My Election, Greatest Birthday Gift – Tinubu

President-elect, Bola Tinubu, has showered praises on Nigerians, saying his election as the country’s next president is the greatest gift he could receive on his 71st birthday.

In a message to Nigerians yesterday, Tinubu said the privilege already granted him as the next number citizen of the country, he would not claim that he is due for any birthday presents this year.

“I have already been given the greatest gift. A chance to lead and fulfil destiny. An opportunity to champion your aspirations and to bring about the Nigeria of your dreams,” Tinubu stated.

The president-elect noted that he would rather avail himself of the opportunity of his 71st birthday to reiterate his commitment to the great and important task of rebuilding the nation and renewing the hope of the Nigerian people.

“I campaigned hard and made important promises. Those promises were not mere words; professed glibly or cynically to win support,” he added.

“They represent a bond that binds me to the task of creating a better Nigeria for the benefit of every Nigerian, whether you voted for me or not. I have prepared for this moment all my life, I will not fail.”

He said, “I will, instead, use this day as an opportunity to reiterate my commitment to the great and important task of rebuilding our nation and renewing the hope of the Nigerian people. I campaigned hard and made important promises. Those promises were not mere words; professed glibly or cynically to win support.

“They represent a bond that binds me to the task of creating a better Nigeria for the benefit of every Nigerian, whether you voted for me or not. I have prepared for this moment all my life, I will not fail.

“Henceforth, may growth, hope, peace and compassion stand proudly and ring loudly throughout the land. May we find the right way and the good courage to turn our beloved country into a strong, just and prosperous home for all. May Almighty God bless all Nigerians.”