As Nigeria marks its 63rd Independence Day Anniversary, Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on Nigerians to dream and work for a better and stronger country.
He urged Nigerians to look at the prospects of the country, the possibilities and opportunities rather than the challenges, saying it was time to put the country first.
The governor stated this in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju.
Makinde congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians on the occasion of the independence anniversary.
He maintained that, though the country’s journey has been tumultuous and challenging, Nigerians still have the opportunity to right the wrongs of the past years.
He said all hands must be on deck in the task of rebuilding the country, noting that this remained the only way to make the country great.
Makinde said: “On behalf of the Government and the good people of Oyo State, I rejoice with His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR and all Nigerians on the occasion of our country’s 63rd independence anniversary today.
“Our journey as a country has been tumultuous and challenging, but the possibilities and opportunities ahead outweigh the challenges that we face.
“In the past, we mismanaged our diversity and our endowments. But the present presents a chance to right the wrongs of the past.
“So, rather than being overwhelmed by the challenges, we should be motivated by the prospects.
“Instead of surrendering to despair, we should be inspired to dream of a better and stronger Nigeria where tribe, religion or orientation will not matter;
“A Nigeria where the rich will flourish and the poor will be protected; where industry will be adored and indolence disdained; a Nigeria where unemployment will be rare;
“A Nigeria without out-of-school children; that will attract great talents; a Nigeria we shall be proud to bequeath to future generations.
“With all hands on deck, we can make Nigeria great. We can build the Nigeria of our dreams.
“Let’s put Nigeria first. Let’s come together to chart a new path for Nigeria’s greatness.
“A better, stronger, more prosperous Nigeria is possible. Happy 63rd Independence Anniversary, Nigerians.”
