Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed confidence that Nigeria is on the right course under President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms.
He appealed to citizens to endure the difficulties of the reforms “in the interest of our children and future generations.”
Akpabio made the remarks in a personally signed message congratulating Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence anniversary.
“My dear resilient and wonderful people of this great nation, I wish to heartily congratulate you for witnessing Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary celebration,” the statement reads.
“At 65, we are matured and should be working for the unity of the nation and prosperity of our people. We salute your resilience, patience and endurance in the last two years. We deeply appreciate your support and understanding.
“In line with the theme of this year’s celebration, ‘All hands are on deck for a greater Nigeria’, I urge you to continue to bear the temporary discomfort of the ongoing reforms.”
The Senate President acknowledged that the reforms have caused hardship but assured citizens that the situation would not last.
He noted that “very soon, this will be a thing of the past because the benefits of the reforms are beginning to manifest positively.”
Akpabio also congratulated President Tinubu for his commitment to national peace and development. He praised lawmakers for their “steadfastness in legislative engagements,” as well as the judiciary and Nigerians both at home and abroad for their resilience.
“I must tell you that Nigeria is not finished. Do not buy into the mischievous narrative that Nigeria is irredeemable. We are on the right pedestal and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration is reshaping the country; we are growing and making progress,” he added.
“If we all join hands together to support the reforms, Nigeria will become better and surely get to the promised land.
“On behalf of my family, constituents, the 10th senate and the national assembly, I congratulate and wish you a peaceful and joyous independence celebration.”