Senator Godswill Akpabio has prayed for the continued peace, progress and unity of Nigeria as the country marked its 62nd independent anniversary.
The former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs and All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District said the prayer in a congratulatory message to Nigerians on the 62nd anniversary.
The former governor of Akwa Ibom State, said “since our amalgamation in 1914, we have survived only through the mercies and grace of God.”
He recalled the traversty of the country since its amalgamation in 1914, through its different evolutionary phases over the years and its eventual independence in 1960.
The former minister prayed to God to let His mercies abound in all the multi-faceted areas of the country’s national life.
Akpabio prayed to God cleanse the minds of the leaders to abhor corruption, nepotism and tribal bigotry and also turn around the hailing national economy.
Akpabio, in the message he personally signed, prayed: “Oh God of creation, It pleased You to unite the Northern and Southern protectorates of the colonial era in 1914 to form this nation called Nigeria.
“In 1960, you rewarded the efforts and yearnings of our past leaders by granting us independence from the shackles of colonialism. Since then, we have survived only through Your mercies and grace.
“As we mark, today, our 62nd Independence Anniversary, may Your mercies abound in all the multi-faceted areas of our national life.
“Replace despair with hope, insecurity with peace, disunity with togetherness and love.
“Cleanse the minds of our leaders to abhor corruption, nepotism and tribal bigotry.
“Have mercy on our economic travails and let there be a turn-around that will create employment opportunities for our youths whilst rekindling the pride of nationhood in our Armed Forces.
“Above all, help us to bequeath a nation of justice, prosperity, love and tranquility to future generations. Amen.”
