Former governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has submitted that the legions of challenges confronting Nigeria today are surmantable with the right leadership.
Tambuwal, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) appealed to Nigerians not to accept the present difficulties as a permanent reality, adding, “collectively we can birth a new Nigeria.
“Nigeria’s present difficulties must not become its permanent reality. Therefore, this 66th Independence Anniversary should serve not only as a celebration but also as a moment for reflection and renewed commitment to nation-building”.
While expressesing confidence in the emergence of a new Nigeria, Senator Tambuwal, who was the Speaker of the 7th National Assembly
acknowledged the severity of Nigeria’s challenges ranging from economic hardship to insecurity, unemployment to rising cost of living
as well as worsening poverty levels.
“These challenges are real and cnfronting millions of Nigerians. And it asked the promise of independence yet to translate into the quality of life, opportunity and security many citizens deserve”
Continuing, Tambuwal however expressed hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel, saying, he is confident in the country and in the resilience and capacity of Nigerians to rebuild it.
“Nigeria will be rescued. A new Nigeria will emerge. I envisioned a Nigeria where leadership is accountable to the people, every child has a fair opportunity to fulfil their dreams, diversity becomes a source of strength, and security, justice, prosperity and opportunity are available to every citizen. We must not give up on Nigeria”
Senator Tambuwal enthused.
Reflecting on the forthcoming 2027
eneral elections, Tambuwal urged Nigerians to participate fully in the democratic process and carefully examine those seeking public office based on their competence, character, capacity, records and plans for the country.
On this note, Tambuwal reminded Nigerians that having responsible leadership, strong institutions and a people united by a common purpose could help build a country worthy of the sacrifices of previous generations and the aspirations of those yet unborn.
“A better Nigeria is possible. A new Nigeria will emerge,” Senator Tambuwal affirmed.
