Nigerians are undergoing hardships for their unborn generations to enjoy prosperity – Tinubu

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1 year ago

August 28, 2023

President Bola Tinubu says Nigerians’ current hardship is for the unborn generations to enjoy greatness and prosperity.

Mr Tinubu, who stated this while at the opening of the annual conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Abuja, said Nigerians cannot have the type of country they desire without the reforms his government initiated.

“It is painful at the beginning, in the short and medium term, but we must do what we have to do to take this nation to its great destiny,” said the president.

“It is not about you, and it is not about me. It is about our generations yet unborn, for whom we must bequeath a great and prosperous country,” he added.

Mr Tinubu explained that the prosperity Nigerians require would only occur once “poverty is banished from the society” with the focused cooperation of the country’s private sector leaders.

He believes the hard decisions of his government would set the country on a growth trajectory, even when Nigerians would suffer the consequences but benefit from it later.

“We must make the very difficult changes that are necessary for our country to get up from slumber and be respected among the great nations of the world,” Mr Tinubu added.

Since his assumption of office on May 29, the hardship citizens faced was compounded by the removal of fuel subsidy, which further resulted in the skyrocketing costs of fuel, transportation, and commodities.

Mr Tinubu, during his inauguration, announced an end to the payment of subsidies on fuel, noting that only the rich were benefiting from the opportunity at the expense of the poor in the country.

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Gov Ododo’s Aide Donates N1M for Kogi Mosque Construction

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16 hours ago

October 12, 2024

Tunde-Olubo Bukunmi

Oladele John Nihi, the Special Adviser on Youth and Student Matters to the Kogi State Governor, has made a notable contribution of ₦1 million to aid the construction of a community mosque in his hometown, Aiyegunle Gbede.

The donation was announced during a special event held to mark the foundation-laying ceremony of the mosque, presided over by the Chief Imam of Aiyegunle Gbede, Khalifat Sheikh Abdulrasheed Saidu Arekemase.

The event also served as a fundraising opportunity for the mosque’s building committee.

Nihi, known for his strong advocacy for youth empowerment and community welfare, highlighted the significance of religious unity and peace in the region.

“This mosque will serve as a symbol of our collective values and shared humanity,” he remarked.

This act of generosity is in line with Nihi’s broader commitment to supporting various community development projects in Kogi, including initiatives focused on education, healthcare, and social upliftment.

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Matawalle Praises Sokoto Govt’s Backing of Armed Forces

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16 hours ago

October 12, 2024

Tunde-Olubo Bukunmi

Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has expressed gratitude to the Sokoto State Government for its unwavering support to the Armed Forces and other security agencies.

This commendation came during the handover of 10 operational vehicles to military forces in Sokoto.

Held at the Sokoto State Government House, the vehicles, consisting of 8 Buffalo trucks and 2 Toyota Hilux, were part of a broader collaboration between the state and the Federal Government to bolster security in the North-West region.

The latest donation follows Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto’s earlier contribution of 100 operational vehicles aimed at strengthening the fight against banditry and insurgency.

In a statement from Ahmad Dan-Wudil, the Minister’s Personal Assistant on Media, Dr. Matawalle praised the Sokoto State Government, stating, “I commend the Sokoto State Government for its steadfast support to the Armed Forces and other security agencies.”

He stressed that the new vehicles would enhance the mobility and efficiency of security forces, allowing for quicker responses to threats.

“The security of our nation demands a collective effort at every level. The Sokoto State Government has consistently demonstrated its dedication to this cause,” Matawalle added.

Brigadier General I.A. Ajosin, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 8 Division, received the vehicles on behalf of the Chief of Defence Staff and expressed deep gratitude for the ongoing support to military operations in the region.

Following the handover, Dr. Matawalle received an operational briefing from the Air Component of Joint Operation Hadarin Daji, detailing recent successes in neutralizing key bandit leaders through coordinated air and ground strikes.

Commending the Air Component for their precision, Dr. Matawalle reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring the continued success of the operation.

“Your achievements are a testament to your professionalism and dedication. Rest assured, the Federal Government will continue to provide all necessary support,” he concluded.

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