In Nigeria, as the country marked its Democracy Day yesterday, citizens and experts are expressing mixed reactions about the country’s democratic journey.

While some praise the progress made since the return to civilian rule in 1999, others lament the lingering challenges and unfulfilled promises.

Meanwhile Nigerians have been reacting to an incident involving President Bola Tinubu missing a step and falling while trying to climb the military parade review vehicle yesterday at the Eagle Square, Abuja, venue of the national event to commemorate the country’s Democracy Day. 

Usman Umar spoke to some citizens in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and here are what they have to say.