Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary. In a statement issued in Abuja, Akpabio urged citizens to embrace love, unity, and renewed faith in Nigeria’s future. He described Nigeria as “our destiny, our duty, our future.” The Senate President extended felicitations to President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians at home and abroad.
Akpabio highlighted the significance of the anniversary, saying it provided an opportunity to celebrate the country’s nationhood and the enduring promise of independence. He noted that the raising of the national flag 66 years ago symbolised the hopes of millions of Nigerians for freedom, self-government, and the ability to shape the nation’s destiny. The Senate President paid tribute to the country’s founding fathers and generations of Nigerians whose courage, labour, and sacrifice contributed to the nation’s development.
Reflecting on Nigeria’s journey since independence, Akpabio said the country had experienced “triumphs and trials, seasons of confidence and moments of uncertainty.” However, Nigerians have continued to demonstrate resilience despite the challenges. He celebrated the strength of a people whose hopes have survived every storm. The Senate President highlighted the contributions of Nigerians across different sectors, noting that the Nigerian spirit could be found in farmers, teachers, entrepreneurs, and young people pursuing their dreams.
Akpabio also described the country’s cultural diversity, music, enterprise, and the achievements of Nigerians around the world as expressions of the national spirit. He noted that Nigeria’s diversity enriches the national inheritance. The Senate President urged Nigerians to use the anniversary to renew their commitment to one another, stressing the importance of peace and unity in building the country’s future.
The Senate President commended members of the Armed Forces and security agencies for their service to the country, particularly those who lost their lives in the line of duty. He expressed gratitude to the families of fallen security personnel, saying their sacrifices had given “solemn meaning to the freedom and unity we celebrate.” Akpabio assured Nigerians that the National Assembly would continue to support President Tinubu’s administration’s efforts to strengthen the country and improve citizens’ lives.
Akpabio extended warm felicitations to President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians everywhere on the 66th Independence Anniversary. He said, “On behalf of the Senate, the 10th National Assembly and my family, I extend warm felicitations to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and Nigerians everywhere on our 66th Independence Anniversary.” The Senate President noted that today, Nigerians celebrate the gift of nationhood and the enduring promise of their beloved country.
The Senate President concluded by urging Nigerians to renew their affection for one another and remind themselves that the green-white-green shelters them all. He added that the peace they preserve together is the foundation of the future they seek. Akpabio’s message emphasized the importance of unity, peace, and faith in Nigeria’s future.
Key points
- Akpabio urges Nigerians to embrace love, unity, and renewed faith in Nigeria’s future.
- The Senate President commended members of the Armed Forces and security agencies for their service to the country.
- Akpabio assured Nigerians that the National Assembly would continue to support President Tinubu’s administration’s efforts to strengthen the country.
