President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country will never allow agents of instability to undermine its peace, unity and sovereignty.
The president gave the assurance on Monday while hosting religious and traditional leaders for an interfaith breaking of the fast at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Tinubu acknowledged the vital role played by religious and traditional leaders in promoting peace, stability and moral guidance within their communities.
The president said security agencies were intensifying efforts to defeat terrorist groups threatening the country.
“Yes, we are challenged; the terrorists are very desperate now because they are getting barraged and defeated,” he said.
“But I assure you of one thing: Nigeria will never surrender. We are not discouraged. We are going to win and win well.”
Tinubu also assured Nigerians that the country’s economy was improving despite earlier challenges faced by the administration.
According to him, the government has stabilised the economy and prevented financial collapse.
“I can report that the economy has turned the corner. It is getting better. Pensioners are getting their relief gradually. We have saved Nigeria from bankruptcy,” he said.
He added that when his administration assumed office, the situation was difficult, but reforms had helped stabilise the country’s finances.
The president reaffirmed his commitment to investing in key sectors such as agriculture and education, noting that the goal of the administration is to build a more prosperous future for Nigerians.
He urged citizens not to lose hope and assured them that the government remained focused on building a safer and more secure nation.
In his remarks, the Yahaya Abubakar thanked the president for hosting leaders from the two major religions at the event, describing it as a symbol of national unity.
He represented the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and its president, Sa’ad Abubakar.
Also speaking, Daniel Okoh, president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), assured the president of the church’s support for the administration’s efforts to strengthen the economy and improve national security.
Traditional rulers and religious leaders from the six geopolitical zones attended the event.
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