We are determined to take Nigeria to the Promised Land – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his deep appreciation for the continuous support from the National Assembly over the last 19 months, reaffirming his administration’s unwavering commitment to steering Nigeria to the Promised Land.
Tinubu made these remarks on Wednesday during a New Year visit by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the leadership of the National Assembly, and former principal officers of the Assembly at his residence on Oyinkan Abayomi Drive, Ikoyi, Lagos.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio led the delegation, which was followed by a similar visit from members of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF).
“Nigerians are the heart of everything we are doing. We have come to serve. You have made my day by coming on this visit. Happy New Year. May God bless you and our country and give our nation more prosperity,” President Tinubu stated warmly.
The President further emphasised the collective nature of the transformative journey his administration is undertaking. “The transformative journey we have embarked upon is for all of us. It is for our tomorrow. It is for the future generation. Your commitment will yield that fruit for the babies yet unborn.”
He expressed confidence in the nation’s ability to overcome challenges, saying, “Your commitment to value addition and bringing about the spirit of can do and must do is for all of us together.”
“It is for us to build a nation. We have confidence and competence. The enslavers want us to be anything but enslaved people, but we say no. We are determined, we are capable, and we are resolute, and we will be there. We will take Nigeria to that Promised Land with you,” the President affirmed.
Acknowledging the lawmakers’ encouragement, President Tinubu pledged to continue working diligently, embracing intellectual curiosity, and making courageous decisions for the country’s development.
“We have a saying in Yoruba that it is only a courageous dog that will capture the animal in the bush,” he added.
Akpabio, in his remarks, commended the President for his courage and reformist spirit, reiterating that the National Assembly fully supports his administration.
“On this journey of restoration, transformation and rebuilding the nation, you are not alone. The National Assembly is with you and will stand by you,” he said.
Akpabio also highlighted the positive economic outlook under President Tinubu’s leadership, citing key achievements such as the oversubscription of Nigeria’s Eurobond, improvements in ease of doing business, and growing foreign investor confidence.
“We salute our men in uniform and commend you for your bold reforms. Investors remain interested in Nigeria because of your leadership, and we will continue to smile as the benefits materialise,” he added.
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, also commended the President for his support and respect for the National Assembly, acknowledging that several top figures in the administration were former members.
“Many key figures in the administration, including the President, Vice President, Wife of the President, Chief of Staff to the President, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and several ministers, were all former members of the National Assembly,” he noted.
“The National Assembly should consider itself lucky, and to God be the glory, Mr President, the National Assembly today is more united than ever,” Abbas continued.
“The National Assembly is more fulfilled than ever before because there is nothing we have ever knocked on your door to request for the National Assembly that you have not obliged. This is historic. This is commendable. We need to thank you for that,” he added.
He also expressed gratitude for the President’s efforts to bring relief to the poor, stating, “Nigerians had more challenges at the beginning of 2023, but as the year ended, more food and prosperity started pouring in. We believe 2025 will be the ultimate year where every Nigerian will be proud of this administration.”
