Akpabio pledged commitment to Nigeria’s prosperity, unity, and peace, expressing confidence that the nation’s current challenges will soon end.
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has assured Nigerians that the country will rise above its challenges to fulfil its destiny.
Akpabio represented President Bola Tinubu at a special Sunday service at the National Christian Ecumenical Centre, Abuja, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary.
Akpabio stressed the importance of national unity and citizens’ support for government policies.
He stated, “The President has asked me to let you know on this 65th anniversary, and the principal word is unity.
“Nigeria must remain united. We shall be there. The foes you see today, you shall soon see them no more. There is no need to hate one another. Let love lead. We are all one. If we unite together, there is nothing we cannot achieve.”
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Citing Psalm 46, Akpabio noted that despite its challenges, Nigeria has remained strong and resilient.
He said, “God’s hand is on Nigeria, and the nation will continue to stand firm.”
“For us, we will continue to work towards the prosperity of the country. It is our turn to light the torch for the progress, unity, and peace of the country.
“There are challenges, no doubt. But I believe that the foes you see today, you will see them no more,” he stated.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, and the National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Wale Oke, also called for unity during the event.
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