President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday reiterated the determination of his administration to lay a solid foundation for future prosperity.
He said the foundation being laid would serve as a model for the current and future generations.
The President reflected on his approach to governance during a meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima, the leadership of the National Assembly, and former principal officers of the National Assembly at his Ikoyi, Lagos residence.
He said his government has focused on transformation, improvement of living conditions and security in a bid to enhance prosperity.
The New Year homage, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, preceded a similar visit by members of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF).
Tinubu highlighted the importance of dedication and collaboration in achieving developmental goals.
According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President said the ongoing reforms and initiatives were not just for immediate gains, but also for laying a foundation for a better tomorrow.
Acknowledging the support of the National Assembly for his vision, the President expressed confidence in the collective ability to overcome challenges and build a thriving nation.
He said Nigeria can achieve its potential if the people are determined.
President Tinubu reiterated his administration’s resolve to resist external and internal forces seeking to undermine Nigeria’s growth, vowing to lead Nigeria to a position of global prominence.
He said: “Nigerians are the heart of everything we are doing. We have come to serve. You have made my day by coming on this visit. Happy New Year. May God bless you and our country and give our nation more prosperity.
“The transformative journey we have embarked upon is for all of us. It is for our tomorrow. It is for the future generation. Your commitment will yield that fruit for the babies yet unborn.
“Your commitment to value addition and bringing about the spirit of can do and must do is for all of us together.
“It is for us to build a nation. We have confidence and competence. The enslavers want us to be anything but enslaved people, but we say no. We are determined, we are capable, and we are resolute, and we will be there. We will take Nigeria to that Promised Land with you.”
The President pledged to work harder, embrace intellectual inquisitiveness and make courageous decisions for national development.
He added: “We have a saying in Yoruba that it is only a courageous dog that will capture the animal in the bush.”
Akpabio commended the President for his courage and commitment to reform, assuring him of the National Assembly’s support.
He said: “On this journey of restoration, transformation and rebuilding the nation, you are not alone. The National Assembly is with you and will stand by you.”
Akpabio highlighted the positive economic outlook under the administration, citing achievements such as oversubscription of Nigeria’s Eurobond, improvements in the ease of doing business and growing foreign investor confidence.
He stressed: “We commend you for your bold reforms. Investors remain interested in Nigeria because of your leadership, and we will continue to smile as the benefits materialise.”
House of Representatives Speaker Abbas Tajudeen commended the President for his respect and support of the National Assembly.
He noted that many key figures in the administration, including the President, Vice President, wife of the President, Chief of Staff to the President, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and many ministers, were members of the National Assembly
Tajudeen said: ‘’The National Assembly should consider itself lucky, and to God be the glory, Mr President, the National Assembly today is more united than ever.
‘’The National Assembly is more fulfilled than ever before because there is nothing we have ever knocked on your door to request for the National Assembly that you have not obliged.
‘’This is historic. This is commendable. We need to thank you for that. I also want to thank you for bringing more succour to the poor.
‘’Nigerians had more challenges at the beginning of 2024, but as the year ended, more food and prosperity started pouring in. We believe 2025 will be the ultimate year where every Nigerian will be proud of this administration.”
At the meeting were Deputy President of the Senate, Jibrin Barau; Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Senate Majority Leader Opeyemi Bamidele; and the Chairman of Senate Committee on Appropriation, Olamilekan Adeola; and former Speakers of the House of Representatives, Aminu Masari, Dimeji Bankole and Yakubu Dogara.
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