President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, vowed that Nigeria would survive the current economic hardship even as he took full responsibility for the adverse outcomes of his policy reforms.
“Nigeria will survive the
current economic challenges. There is light at the end of the tunnel. I
requested the job, and I am not complaining about it. I take full
responsibility,” said Tinubu when he addressed Afenifere leaders at the
residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti in Akure, Ondo State.
Special Adviser to the
President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, stated this in a statement he
signed on Wednesday titled, ‘President Tinubu: I take full responsibility for
the nation; we are building an efficient Nigeria that is inclusive and fair to
all Nigerians.”
Tinubu emphasised his
commitment to leading Nigeria towards economic and social prosperity, saying,
“Nigeria will survive the current economic challenges. There is light at the
end of the tunnel. I requested the job, and I am not complaining about it. I
take full responsibility.
“We are meeting our obligations
to the international community. To lenders, we have not defaulted, and we are
not going to default. We are navigating the twists and bends on the road to
Nigeria’s prosperity.”
On reforming Nigeria, Tinubu
said his task will be to ensure fiscal and true federalism, as well as the
broad-based manifestation of the philosophy of “what is sauce for the goose is
sauce for the gander.”
He acknowledged the understanding and support
of all Nigerians in the face of the harsh but temporary economic conditions,
assuring them that their patience and perseverance will not be fruitless.
“The economic challenges we
have endured since assuming office are not new to me. As the former Governor of
Lagos State, I faced similar calls for my resignation.
“But, through perseverance,
Lagos emerged as the fifth largest economy in the entire continent of Africa.
We must manage this moment with wisdom and grow Nigeria responsibly.
“I campaigned for this office
to serve Nigeria’s interests, and I was elected. Some said I would not last in
the tribunal and came up with all sorts of predictions, but even when in court,
I remained focused.
“We cannot allow Nigeria’s
economy to be exploited. We cannot abandon our economy to marauders. I am
determined to re-engineer our finances and curb selfish interests permanently,”
he stated.
Speaking on behalf of Afenifere,
Chief Olu Falae, a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, who
read Fasoranti’s address, commended Tinubu for his commitment to Nigeria’s
progress and expressed support for his administration’s efforts.
“You have kept your word to return
to this place where we all prayed for you, and this shows that you are a man of
your word,” the elder statesman stated.
Fasoranti asked the President
to be fair and courageous, declaring that such traits were the hallmark of the
Afenifere family.
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