President Muhammadu Buhari is asking Nigerians not to lose faith in the ability of this administration to make a difference in their lives.
The statement contained in President Buhari’s Eid-el-Maulud message to the nation, as Muslim faithful celebrate the birth of Prophet Mohammed, is coming at a time the nation’s economy is in recession.
He said the memorable occasion should be a time to reflect on the nation’s current challenges, assuring Nigerians that his administration was doing its best to ensure that the nation would come out of economic recession.
“I urge you not to lose faith in the ability of this administration to make a difference in the lives of our people.
“The reality of the temporary challenges should not undermine our hope, reverse our collective will to succeed, or divide us; rather it should remind us of why we need to stay together, fight together and succeed together.
“We all share a vision of a better Nigeria, and we will all share in the responsibility of building the country of our dreams,” he stated.
“Out Of Economic Woods”
Reassuring Nigerians that the recession would end soon, the president said: “As we look forward to 2017 with hope and huge expectations, let me assure you that with collective dedication and hard work, we will overcome the mountain of economic difficulties, and return our country to the path of prosperity”.
He also announced plans to put the 2017 Budget proposals before the National Assembly on Wednesday, saying that the budget “will contain measures that we are confident will get the nation out of its economic woods”.
President Buhari also wished Nigerians a peaceful Eid-el-Maulud, reminding the nation that it is another opportunity of pausing, taking a deep breath and reflecting on the current realities before us.
“First of all, I wish all Muslims a happy and memorable celebration of the birth of the great Prophet, through whose teachings, particularly on peaceful living, tolerance, sobriety, generosity, sacrifice and honesty, and wisdom, the nation has gained immensely in building a harmonious and prosperous society. The universal truths of the Prophet’s values remain unchanged,” he said.
The President further reassured Nigerians of his commitment to fighting corruption and other crimes, saying: “Against all odds, we have used these pillars of strength in securing a just and fair society, and our efforts are beginning to yield dividends in curbing terrorism, militancy, corruption and other crimes that devalue our humanity”.
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