Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized the need for Nigerians to come together and work towards a common goal of building a stronger, peaceful, and prosperous nation. Speaking at a Special Jumaat Service to commemorate Nigeria's 66th National Independence Day, Sanwo-Olu stressed that the country has the human talent, capacity, and natural resources required to drive sustainable development. He was represented by Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat.
Sanwo-Olu identified disunity as a major challenge facing Nigeria, noting that the consequences of disunity have contributed to some of the country's major challenges, including the Civil War. He urged Nigerians to look beyond ethnic, religious, and other differences and work together towards a common goal. According to him, unity is crucial for national development, and all citizens, institutions, and the private sector have important roles to play in achieving national unity and progress.
The governor recalled the collective response to the COVID-19 pandemic, when government, private organizations, religious bodies, and individuals came together to support efforts to address the pandemic. He said this spirit of cooperation should be sustained beyond emergencies. Sanwo-Olu also noted that building a better Nigeria should not be left to the government alone, as all citizens and institutions have a role to play.
Chief Imam, Yunuss Al-Imam, who delivered a sermon at the event, admonished Nigerians to play an active role in the development of their communities. He emphasized that the responsibility for societal progress should not be left entirely to the government. The Chief Imam also underscored the need for Nigerians to promote unity and avoid tribal sentiments in their interactions with others.
The Special Jumaat Service was held at the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, Ikeja, to commemorate Nigeria's 66th National Independence Day. The event was attended by prominent officials and citizens. Sanwo-Olu's call for unity and collective action comes at a time when Nigeria is facing numerous challenges, including economic and security concerns.
The governor's emphasis on unity and collective action is seen as a crucial step towards addressing some of Nigeria's major challenges. By working together, Nigerians can leverage their diverse talents, abilities, and resources to drive sustainable development and achieve greater prosperity. Sanwo-Olu's message resonated with many Nigerians, who are eager to see the country make progress.
As Nigeria continues to navigate its challenges, Sanwo-Olu's call for unity and collective action serves as a reminder of the importance of working together towards a common goal. The governor's message is expected to inspire citizens, institutions, and the private sector to work together to build a stronger, peaceful, and prosperous nation.
Key points
- Sanwo-Olu calls for national unity and collective action to achieve lasting prosperity in Nigeria.
- Disunity identified as a major challenge facing Nigeria.
- Collective action and unity crucial for national development.
