President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed optimism that Nigeria will overcome its current economic difficulties, assuring citizens that the nation remains resilient despite the harsh impact of global developments, particularly the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The President gave the assurance on Sunday after a special prayer session held in his honour at the National Mosque, Abuja, as part of activities marking his 74th birthday.
President Tinubu acknowledged that Nigerians are facing challenges, including electricity concerns, rising transportation costs and inflationary pressures, but maintained that the country would pull through.
“There is that of electricity , there’s a problem of transportation hike , there’s a problem of expected inflation as a result of the war that we have no control of. But we will overcome it. We are a resilient nation that is very, very committed and resilient to the way of Almighty God, we will overcome all action.”
President Tinubu highlighted that present hardship was not peculiar to Nigeria alone, he noted that the war in the Middle East has contributed to global instability and placed additional pressure on economies across the world.
The Nigerian Leader further expressed confidence that with faith in God and collective national resilience, the country would surmount the difficulties.
Describing the occasion as solemn and reflective, the President said it was a moment to thank Almighty Allah for preserving his life, family and members of his team, while also praying for peace and stability across the world.
He said the outpouring of goodwill and prayers from Nigerians across the country was deeply appreciated, describing the messages as overwhelming and encouraging.
“It’s a solemn day , it is a day to give thanks to Almighty Allah, sparring our lives and making things easy for me, family and all the team members, however, we are going through a very difficult period which is not our own making, as a result of the War in Middle East, we pray to Almighty Allah to bring peace and stability to the rest of the world.
“Best wishes Have been coming from across the country, from individuals. What do you say to them and the prayers given to you?
“I appreciate all of them, and I thank them. It was a deluge of best wishes and I appreciate all Nigerians. It is time to reflect, to give thanks to God Almighty, as well as rededicate ourselves to the progress , development and prosperity of this country, we are challenged.” He added.
President Tinubu also urged Nigerians to use the moment for reflection and renewed commitment to the nation’s progress, development and prosperity, stressing that the current challenges should strengthen the country’s resolve to move forward together.
The prayer session was organised by the Special Adviser to the President on Political Affairs, Alhaji Ibrahim Masari.
Also, governors, led by the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, paid a congratulatory visit to the President on the occasion of his 74th birthday.
Similarly, leaders of the National Assembly visited President Tinubu on Sunday as part of activities marking his 74th birthday celebration.