The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary, urging citizens to look ahead with optimism and unity.
In a message released on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Leke Olatunji Baiyewu, Speaker Abbas noted that Nigeria has come a long way through a chequered history, but the years ahead promise greater prosperity for all.
He said God has blessed the country with abundant human and natural resources, calling on all stakeholders to work collectively in building “a nation of our dreams regardless of religious, ethnic and political differences.”
The Speaker expressed confidence that Nigeria remains on the right path under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, adding that the country is poised to reclaim its position as Africa’s largest economy.
While acknowledging the prevailing security and socio-economic challenges, Abbas urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, prayerful and patriotic, stressing that the nation’s unity and resilience will prevail.
He also reaffirmed the commitment of the 10th House of Representatives to accountable leadership, good governance, and ensuring the dividends of democracy reach the grassroots.
Speaker Abbas wished Nigerians a happy Independence Day celebration.