As Nigeria celebrate its 65th Independence Anniversary, Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has called on Nigerians to remain united and support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. In a congratulatory message, Barau emphasized the importance of national unity and encouraged citizens to back the government’s efforts to turn the country’s fortunes around positively.
Senator Barau acknowledged the challenges facing the nation but expressed optimism that Nigeria would overcome them. “Yes, at 65, we have some challenges facing us as a country, but we will overcome them,” he said. “Our country, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, will emerge stronger from its present challenges, by God’s grace.”
The Senator urged Nigerians to support President Tinubu’s policies and programs as encapsulated in the Renewed Hope Agenda. “Let us continue to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to actualize his policies and programmes,” he said. “He has good intentions for the country. We will get it right.”
As the nation mark this significant milestone, Senator Barau reminded Nigerians to recommit themselves to the ideals of the country’s founding fathers, including Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Sir Ahmadu Bello, and Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, among others. He highlighted the importance of promoting national unity, peace, justice, and tolerance.
The Senator also noted that the benefits of President Tinubu’s economic reforms are beginning to manifest, and security has improved considerably over the last two years. He assured that the parliament would continue to work for good governance and support the executive with necessary legislation to actualize its programs and policies for the good of all Nigerians.
In conclusion, Senator Barau wished Nigerians a happy Independence Day and expressed his confidence in the country’s future.
