As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, Senate President Godswill Akpabiohas called on citizens to remain patient and hopeful, assuring that the ongoing reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are beginning to produce positive outcomes.
In a personally signed statement commemorating the national milestone, Akpabio acknowledged the current hardships facing Nigerians but encouraged them to endure just a little longer for the sake of future generations.
“My dear resilient and wonderful people of this great nation, I heartily congratulate you on the occasion of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. At 65, we are mature and must continue to work for the unity and prosperity of our country,” the statement read.
He praised Nigerians for their resilience, patience, and enduranceover the past two years and reaffirmed the government’s awareness of the temporary discomfort caused by recent economic and structural reforms.
“In line with this year’s theme, ‘All hands are on deck for a greater Nigeria’, I urge you to keep faith with the ongoing transformation. The pain is real, but so too are the emerging benefits. We are beginning to see positive results, and soon the hardship will be a thing of the past.”
Akpabio also extended his congratulations to President Tinubu for his “demonstrated commitment” to national peace and development, and commended the National Assembly, the judiciary, and **Nigerians at home and in the diaspora** for their continued dedication and support.
“Let me assure you Nigeria is not finished. Don’t be swayed by the pessimistic narrative that our country is beyond repair. We are on the right path. The Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu is reshaping our nation. We are growing, and we are making progress,” he said.
He concluded with a renewed call for unity and collective effort, stating:
“If we all join hands to support these reforms, Nigeria will become better and will surely reach the promised land.”
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