By Nchetachi Chukwuajah
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast and supportive of ongoing reforms, stressing that no true national transformation is without sacrifice from all citizens.
President Tinubu stated this in his Easter message on Friday, April 3, while noting that the spiritual significance of the season emphasises resilience, sacrifice and triumph over adversity as guiding principles not only for faith but also for nation-building.
He said: “The ongoing reforms, though demanding in their immediate impact, have been carefully put together and backed by a strong commitment to take us to a shared prosperity.
“As I have often said, true transformation cannot be achieved without sacrifice, and history affirms that enduring progress is often forged in moments such as these.”
Tinubu also acknowledged the persistent security and economic challenges facing the country and assured citizens of his administration’s efforts to address the situation while praising the efforts of the Armed Forces in confronting terrorists and bandits.
He said, “For us in Nigeria, the essence resonates with our current realities as we navigate a period marked by economic strain and security challenges, even as determined efforts are underway to address them.
“Despite the good efforts of the administration and the gallant efforts of our men and women of the Armed Forces who leave behind their families to confront the evil actors in our land, challenges to our security have remained. However, my administration continues to make resources available and forge foreign partnerships to enable us to deal decisive blows to the agents of terror and banditry.
“On Thursday, I was in Jos to commiserate with people of Plateau State, share in their grief, and offer reassurances of better days to come. The leaders of the nation’s security institutions have given strong assurances of progress. We have also sought and are receiving assistance from outside our shores.
“I am reassured that the citizens appreciate our efforts. I will continue to remind us of the imperative of unity and oneness. No nation can thrive where fear prevails, and no progress can be sustained without peace.
“To other parts of the country also enduring one form of insecurity or the other, rest assured that concerted efforts are already yielding breakthroughs.
“I therefore call upon all citizens to support lawful efforts, be our brothers’ keeper, and reject all forces that threaten our collective well-being.”
The president also called on Nigerians to uphold unity, civic responsibility, and peaceful participation, particularly as the nation approaches another electoral cycle.
He noted that democracy thrives when citizens exercise responsibility, restraint, and informed participation.
“Easter gives us the encouragement and confidence that, even as present conditions still put pressure on many of our people, economic indicators show we are making the right choices. A new dawn is on the horizon,” he added.
The president also thanked Nigerians for their support and trust in his administration, urging them to continue contributing to the country’s progress for a more prosperous, secure, and democratic Nigeria.
