Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has called on Nigerians to remain patriotic and hopeful while working collectively towards building a better country. He made the call in a message delivered by the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Comrade Yunana Markus Barde, at an interdenominational service held at Living Faith Church, Barnawa, Kaduna. The service was part of activities marking Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary.
Governor Sani said his administration remained committed to promoting unity and improving the welfare of residents through interventions in security, healthcare, road infrastructure, agriculture, and support for vulnerable citizens. He noted that Nigeria, 66 years after gaining independence in 1960, had experienced both successes and challenges but must continue to strive for a better future.
The governor emphasized the importance of patriotism and hope, saying, "I believe in Nigeria too. This is our home, this is our nation. If we don’t do what is necessary to make the nation better, foreigners will not come and put our nation in order." He urged Nigerians to remain patriotic and hopeful, saying the sacrifices being made today would benefit future generations.
Pastor Yakubu Kezi, State and Resident Pastor of Living Faith Church, Barnawa, also spoke at the event. He said Nigeria was destined for greatness, stressing that the country's development depended on the commitment of its citizens. Kezi noted that developed countries, including the United States, achieved their present status because their citizens invested in building their nations.
Pastor Kezi urged Nigerians to cultivate the values required for nation-building, expressing optimism that the country would eventually emerge as an economic giant. He commended the Kaduna State Government for visible infrastructure development, particularly road construction and dualisation projects in Barnawa and other parts of the state.
Rev. Dr. Ishaya Adamu Jangado, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Religious Matters, said the interdenominational service was part of Kaduna State's tradition of bringing people of different faiths together to pray for peace and progress. He stressed the importance of prayers to the stability and development of the state and urged religious leaders and citizens to continue to promote peaceful coexistence and good governance.
The event was one of several activities marking Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary in Kaduna. The state government had earlier organised special prayers at Sultan Bello Mosque, where Muslim clerics prayed for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani. Key points include:
Key points
- Governor Uba Sani urges Nigerians to remain patriotic and hopeful.
- The Kaduna State Government is committed to promoting unity and improving the welfare of residents.
- Pastor Yakubu Kezi says Nigeria's development depends on the commitment of its citizens.
