Duru, a communication and civil society expert, lamented over the inability of the present day Nigeria to attain the dreams of the forefathers and urged the President to fasten his seatbelt and make the difference
Browsing: 53rd Independence Day anniversary
In my address to the nation last year, I did emphasize that we were in a sober moment in our country. We are still in that mood in spite of the many accomplishments of our administration. Our sombreness has to do with the crises of nationhood occasioned by the activities of terrorist elements who have done the unimaginable to challenge our unity as a people
You have been shattered and your name has been dragged in mud. Countries that are supposed to look up on you, have looked down on you. Even your inhabitants do not believe in you any longer
Dr Ahmed urged Nigerians to use the 54th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence to rededicate themselves to the ideals of national development, unity and cohesion even the face of obviously daunting socio-economic challenges
The governor noted that the result achieved in the fight against Ebola was a foretaste of greater feats that would be recorded “in the various sectors of our national life if we remain united and tackle our challenges as one people”
The statement said: “A warm friendship connects the Nigerian and American people, reflecting our shared values of democracy, economic growth, security, respect for human rights and the rule of law