President Buhari Promises Nigerians Better Days Ahead

President Muhammadu Buhari has urged Nigerians
to be patient with his administration while noting
that he is aware of the millions who are living from
hand to mouth.
In a statement released on Tuesday to
commemorate Eid-el Fitr, which marks the
completion of the Muslim Ramadan fast, President
Buhari promised Nigerians better days ahead.
“I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially the Muslim
Ummah, on the occasion of this year’s Eid El Fitr,
which marks the completion of the Ramadan fast,”
he said.
“I congratulate Muslims in Nigeria and around the
world on the successful completion of this month-
long spiritual journey of fasting, prayer and
almsgiving in obedience to the Divine Command. I
sincerely pray that the Almighty Allah will reward
our sacrifices with increased blessing and a more
prosperous future.
“On this happy occasion, it is my strong belief that
all true followers of Islam have been rejuvenated
on the true meaning and essence of life and
through the teachings of Prophet Muhammad
(SAW), we have learnt to imbibe the virtues of
piety, sacrifice, love, self-denial and good conduct
in our daily relationship with one another.
“As we celebrate another Eid El Fitr, I admonish all
patriotic Nigerians to uphold these lessons and also
appreciate the numerous material and human
blessings God has endowed us with.
“Let us learn to show gratitude, respect and
tolerance to one other, irrespective of our religion,
tribe, language and political leanings, as we forge
ahead to build on our strengths and opportunities to
make Nigeria great again.”
He recalled that on Monday, the vice president, the
speaker of the federal house of representatives
and other government officials joined him to host
Iftar reception at the state house with Nigerians of
different backgrounds, including internally
displaced persons (IDPs), artisans and physically-
challenged persons.
“Like I said during the reception, I want to once
again appeal to those of us who have the means, to
remember the millions of Nigerians who are
suffering deprivation because of violence
perpetrated by terrorists,” he continued.
“I am not unaware of what Nigerians are going
through and I want to use this medium to commend
the amazing sacrifices of Nigerians in the face of
the temporary economic and social challenges and
also reassure Nigerians that my administration is
working assiduously towards providing basic
needs and other amenities.
“Let me also use this opportunity to reaffirm that
we will not relent in the fight against corruption and
we will ensure that all appropriate and legal
measures are deplored to root out this malaise.
“I commend the Armed Forces and security
agencies for the gains recorded in the fight against
terrorists and the rescue of hostages in the North
East part of the country.
“I also appeal for the support, understanding and
patience of all Nigerians and our international
partners as we explore the fastest means to end
the economic sabotage in the Niger Delta and
amicably resolve the conflicts within the region. I
promise you all better days ahead even as we
remain grateful for your unflinching support to our
administration.”