By Adeyemi David
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday night assured Nigerians that the country would never allow agents of instability to undermine its peace, unity and sovereignty, declaring that terrorists threatening national security would ultimately be defeated.
The President gave the assurance while hosting religious and traditional leaders for an interfaith breaking of fast at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Speaking at the gathering, Tinubu acknowledged the critical roles played by religious and traditional leaders in promoting peace, stability and moral guidance across communities in the country.
“Yes, we are challenged; the terrorists are very desperate now because they are getting barraged and defeated. They leave trails of blood in their wake. But I assure you of one thing: Nigeria will never surrender.
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“We are not discouraged. We are going to win and win well,” the President said.
Tinubu also reaffirmed his commitment to using the mandate given to him by Nigerians to strengthen the country’s economy and promote prosperity.
“I am just grateful, one person among millions, that I have been given the opportunity to serve. All I can do is promise that I will continue to be faithful in discharging my duty,” he said.
According to him, the nation’s economy has begun to show signs of improvement following reforms introduced by his administration.
“I can report that the economy has turned the corner. It is getting better. Pensioners are gradually getting relief,” he added.
The President further stated that his administration had taken decisive steps to stabilise public finances and prevent the country from sliding into economic crisis.
“We have saved Nigeria from bankruptcy. It was very daunting and challenging when we took over. But today I can say with pride and joy that we have survived,” Tinubu said.
He noted that states were now in a stronger financial position, stressing that no governor was currently struggling to borrow from banks to pay workers’ salaries.
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Tinubu also reiterated his administration’s commitment to increasing investments in critical sectors such as agriculture and education to drive sustainable development.
He urged Nigerians not to lose hope, assuring them that his government remained focused on building a safer, secure and more prosperous nation.
Earlier in his remarks, the Etsu Nupe, Yahaya Abubakar, thanked the president for hosting leaders of the two major religions at the interfaith event.
He said the gathering symbolised unity among Nigerians and prayed for peace, stability and divine guidance for the country and its leadership.
Abubakar represented the President of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar.
Also speaking, President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Daniel Okoh, assured the president of the church’s support for efforts aimed at strengthening the country’s economy and improving security.
Okoh represented the President of the Evangelical Church Winning All, Stephen Baba-Panya, at the event.
