Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on the occasion of the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
In his goodwill message, Ambassador Tuggar lauded the courage, resilience, and unity of Nigerians over the decades.
He noted that “the country’s journey reflects a collective determination to overcome challenges while seizing opportunities for growth and progress.”
According to him, “Nigeria has continued to consolidate democracy, foster economic development, and strengthen its leadership role within Africa and the international community.”
Tuggar emphasised that Nigeria’s foreign policy, anchored on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and guided by the four pillars of Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora (4Ds), remains vital in shaping a secure, prosperous, and globally respected nation.
“As we celebrate this milestone, we honour the sacrifices of our founding fathers and reaffirm our commitment to protecting Nigeria’s sovereignty, promoting regional stability, and engaging the world with dignity and purpose. Let us remain united in building a Nigeria that delivers peace, progress, and prosperity for all,” he said
The Minister further called on Nigerians everywhere to uphold the values of patriotism, service, and unity.
He assured Nigerians that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs would continue to project the country’s interests positively across the globe while encouraging Nigerians in the Diaspora to remain worthy ambassadors by promoting Nigeria’s image and contributing to its development.
Hauwa Abu