The Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG) has extended warm congratulations to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and its citizens on the occasion of the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary. In a statement signed by Chief Jacob Edi Kakaki Bassange, Convener of NNMG, the group reflected on Nigeria’s collective journey of nationhood, highlighting the nation’s resilience, patience, and shared hope in its destiny.
The NNMG paid tribute to the country’s founding fathers and leaders who have piloted the nation’s affairs over the years, acknowledging their sacrifices and those of everyday citizens as the cornerstone of Nigeria’s endurance. The group commended the courage and vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose policies and leadership choices have demonstrated his commitment to placing the progress and long-term survival and stability of Nigeria above political considerations.
The NNMG emphasized that President Tinubu’s boldness in tackling difficult national issues is a testament to statesmanship and a clear expression of his faith in the future of Nigeria. The group noted that what has held Nigerians together is far greater than the forces that seek to divide them, and that their diversity, resilience, and shared hope remain the major ingredients of the Nigerian spirit and a propeller towards a brighter future.
The NNMG called on all Nigerians to be purpose-driven, renew their faith in the Nigerian project, stand united, and work collectively towards building a Nigeria that truly fulfills the dreams and aspirations of its founding fathers. The group wished Nigeria a happy 65th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to the nation’s growth and development.
Edi expressed the group’s pride in Nigeria’s endurance and its people, despite the challenges faced over the years. He emphasized that the NNMG remained committed to working towards a brighter future for Nigeria, and that the group’s members are united in their pursuit of progress and stability for the nation.
