Akpabio Urges Patience With Reforms, Says The Worst Is Over

Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday declared that Nigeria is moving in the right direction, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reforms beginning to yield positive results.

He also appealed to Nigerians to endure the pains of the reforms for just a little while longer, “in the interest of our children and future generations.”

In a statement issued to journalists in Abuja, Akpabio congratulated Nigerians on the national milestone and called for continued patience and unity in the face of ongoing challenges.

“At 65, we are matured and should be working for the unity of the nation and the prosperity of our people. We salute your resilience, patience and endurance over the last two years. We deeply appreciate your support and understanding,” he said.

“In line with the theme of this year’s celebration, ‘All hands are on deck for a greater Nigeria,’ I urge you to continue to bear the temporary discomfort of the ongoing reforms. We are not unaware of the pains occasioned by the reforms, but I want to assure you—very soon, this will be a thing of the past, as the benefits of the reforms are beginning to manifest positively.”

He also congratulated President Tinubu and members of the National Assembly for their steadfastness in leadership.

“I must tell you that Nigeria is not finished. Do not buy into the mischievous narrative that Nigeria is irredeemable. We are on the right path, and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s administration is reshaping the country. We are growing and making progress. If we all join hands to support the reforms, Nigeria will become better and surely reach the promised land,” he said.