Remain hopeful, united, Speaker urges Nigerians
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and united as the government strives to address the lingering challenges in the country.
A statement by the House spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jr, said that the Speaker made the appeal in his New Year message to all Nigerians.
He acknowledged that 2024 presented both challenges and successes, and highlighted the need for Nigerians to strength their collective resilience, reflect on the lessons learnt, and push for a brighter future.
“This is a moment to reaffirm our commitment to unity as a nation, redouble our efforts to overcome the hurdles before us, and work together towards the shared goal of national progress and prosperity,” Abbas added.
He expressed optimism in 2025 and emphasised the need for continued unity and support for leaders at all levels of government.
According to him, Nigerians have many reasons to rejoice, assuring that positive changes will occur in 2025.
“Through the concerted efforts of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I believe we can address most of the current challenges we face as a nation.
“Let us remain hopeful and united as one people. Together, we will emerge stronger and triumph over our obstacles,” the Speaker added.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the House of Representatives in prioritising the welfare of Nigerians in line with its 2023-2027 Legislative Agenda.
“We will continue to advocate for policies that address the pressing needs of our citizens, focusing on security, economic empowerment, education, healthcare, and social justice.
“Our goal is to ensure that these reforms bring tangible, positive change to all Nigerians, particularly the most vulnerable among us.
“As we embark on the journey of 2025, the House of Representatives prays for peace, prosperity, and progress in every Nigerian household. We stand together with you and remain committed to the promise of a stronger, better Nigeria for all,” Abbas said.