President Tinubu has acknowledged that there is unprecedented hardship and hunger in Nigeria.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, acknowledged the hardship in the country but promised that it would only be for a while.
This Nigeria news platform understands that President Tinubu assured that the policies and programmes of his administration are on track, but Nigerians should not expect instant results.
President Tinubu, who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, spoke at the 70th birthday of the Serving Overseer of Citadel Global Community, Pastor Tunde Bakare, in Lagos.
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He appealed for patience and understanding from Nigerians, assuring that there would be light at the end.
Akume, in his speech, said: “The President acknowledges that times are hard, but at the end of it all, there is always light. And solutions to complex problems can never be as instant as coffee, but we are on the right track.”
Speaking about the celebrant, President Tinubu described Pastor Bakare as a precious human being who has served with dedication, principles of honesty, transparency, and fairness in many aspects of life.
The President acknowledged Bakare’s zeal for a better Nigeria and his dedication to humanity.
He said: “We are here to celebrate a true man of God, a most precious human being. It gives me great joy to honour a man whose life has been an embodiment of passion, integrity and an unwavering commitment to justice and righteousness. PTB has been a beacon of hope and a voice for the voiceless in our society.
“His decades of service and dedication, principles of honesty, transparency, and fairness have been in the respect and admiration of many across this nation. His life journey reflects our commitment not just to spiritual growth, but also to the social and political development of our country.
“I acknowledge your relentless passion for better Nigeria, a country where equal justice and good government prevails. This celebration is a testament to a life of strength and courage, of powerful messages and fearless advocacy, deep volumes of your dedication to lifting humanity.
“It is these values that allow you to make such a difference. As you unveil your token of growth, the vast but definitely not the least, we look forward to gaining insights into the endless experiences that have shaped you into the formidable figure we see today.”
