Nigeria Has Finished Making Sacrifices – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country is on the right path, saying Nigeria has “finished making sacrifices” and that peace, development and prosperity will return.

Tinubu made the remarks in a message delivered by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, at a special prayer session held at the National Mosque in Abuja to commemorate Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.

Representing the President at the event, Abbas urged Nigerians not to lose hope despite the challenges facing the country, stressing that the sacrifices made over the years would eventually yield a better Nigeria.

“I want to categorically make it clear that Nigeria is on the right path. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Nigeria has finished making sacrifices for this country to be great again,” Abbas quoted Tinubu as saying.

The President acknowledged the difficulties Nigerians had experienced over the years but noted that the country’s 66-year journey had also been marked by growth, resilience and significant achievements.

He said Nigeria had matured as a nation and should build on the lessons learnt since independence.

“Any person of 66 years cannot be called a child anymore. Nigeria has become mature, even though when we reflect on the journey from independence to date, Nigeria was bedevilled with a lot of issues in the past, and opportunities as well,” Tinubu said.

Abbas said the President’s message was intended to restore confidence in the country and encourage Nigerians to remain committed to nation-building despite the prevailing challenges.

“My message to the country on behalf of Mr President, the Senate President and all members of the National Assembly is that people should not lose hope.

“Peace is coming back to this country, development is coming back to this country. Things will get better as we progress in this democracy,” he said.

The Speaker said Nigeria’s democratic journey remained essential to addressing longstanding challenges, strengthening institutions and creating an environment for sustainable development.

He urged Nigerians to give the government’s policies and programmes time to yield results, noting that some of the country’s challenges had accumulated over many years.

Abbas also assured Nigerians that the National Assembly would continue to support measures aimed at strengthening democracy, improving security, promoting economic development and enhancing citizens’ welfare.

He stressed that nation-building was a collective responsibility, urging Nigerians to promote unity and actively participate in the development of the country.

The Speaker called on citizens to use the anniversary to reflect on Nigeria’s journey, recognise its achievements and setbacks, and renew their commitment to building a peaceful, prosperous and united nation.

The prayer session was attended by dignitaries and Muslim faithful, who offered prayers for peace, stability and continued development in Nigeria.