President Bola Tinubu has said he is grateful for serving Nigeria, declaring that he was “filled with joy and gratitude for the opportunity to serve this great nation.”
The president stated this on Sunday in a special birthday message to Nigerians on the occasion of his 74th birthday celebration.
Tinubu stated that the occasion of his 74th birthday provided him with the opportunity to thank Nigerians for their messages, show of love and prayers, as well as their patriotism, solidarity and support for his administration.
The president also highlighted the successes recorded by his administration, stating that he was not unaware of the challenges Nigeria and Nigerians have faced since it initiated its reforms.
Tinubu said he was glad that the sacrifices have not been in vain, declaring that there is a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel, despite the temporary setback caused by the ongoing Middle East crisis.
“My dear fellow Nigerians,
Today, as I clock another year on the journey of life, I’m filled with joy and gratitude for the opportunity to serve this great nation.
“I want to take this moment to thank Nigerians for their messages, show of love and prayers on the occasion of my 74th birthday. I thank all our citizens for their patriotism, solidarity and support for our administration.
“To those who have taken space in newspapers or paid for air time on radio and television to wish me well, I thank you immensely.
“I must thank my wife, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, for her kind and loving words. I also thank Vice President Kashim Shettima for all he said about me.
“Consistent with my tradition of marking my birthday in line with the mood of the nation, I resolved to observe this year’s birthday in a low-key manner.
“As I mark this special day, I am reminded of the challenges we’ve faced since we initiated our reforms.
“I’m glad that our sacrifices have not been in vain, as we can see a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel, despite the temporary setback caused by the ongoing Middle East crisis.
“The credit for the positive outcomes we have achieved does not belong solely to me, our Renewed Hope team, or our government. We achieved the gains together.
“As we march towards the third anniversary of our administration, it is my deepest conviction that we shall succeed in building a brighter future for our citizens and future generations.
“We are determined to confront some of the challenges we face today, and with your continued support, we shall overcome.
“Let us continue to work together to build a stronger, prosperous and more resilient nation that will make Nigeria the pride of Africa.
“Thank you all, and happy 74th birthday to me!,” President Tinubu stated in the message.
