Nigeria at 66: Governors advocate collective action to build stronger, united Country
Governors yesterday called for collective action by citizens to build a stronger and united Nigeria as the country marks Independence Day anniversary.
In Kaduna State, Governor Uba Sani urged Nigerians to remain patriotic, hopeful, and committed to building a better nation as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu urged fellow Nigerians to embrace greater unity and a shared sense of purpose.
The governor noted that the nation possesses the human talent, capacity and abundant natural resources required to drive sustainable development and achieve greater prosperity.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma said the country endured a civil war, prolonged military rule, economic difficulties and political crises because of the sacrifices and resilience of its citizens.
Sanwo-Olu spoke after a special jum’at service to commemorate the 66th National Independence Day, held at the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, Ikeja.
The governor, who was represented by Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, urged Nigerians to look beyond ethnic, religious and other differences and work together towards building a stronger, peaceful and prosperous nation.
“Part of the challenge is that we are not united as a people. We see ourselves differently, so there is no coincidence of purpose. If we unite and come together, we have the talent, ability, and resources to lift this country.
