A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Sunday Okoro, has charged Nigerians on the need to have positive mindsets towards the current economic hardship in the country.
The chieftain, in a press statement he personally signed and made available to the media on Saturday, said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policies may look tough on the people now, but that it would bear the desire fruit later.
While acknowledged the present situation and economic downturn in the country as a result of the policies of government, however, he noted that the country would rise again because the president has the interest of the people at heart and would have to take the stern measures to reposition the country, saying the collective responsibility from the citizenry would be required at this time to make the country great again through sacrifice, resilience and unity of purpose.
The press statement read in part; “A time is coming, and it is closer than ever when Nigeria will rise again to reclaim its greatness. The strength, resilience and hope that define us as a people will bring a new dawn for our beloved nation. But this future will not arrive by itself—our collective responsibility is to make it happen. The current policies of President Tinubu may look harsh now but it is meant to reposition the country. He means well for the citizenry.
“Leaders and stakeholders, we all have crucial roles in this journey. We must stand together, shoulder-to-shoulder, and embrace the duty we owe to our country, our children, and future generations.
“It starts with a change of mindset. We have been blessed with unique talents and skills, gifts from God that we must practically utilise to rebuild this great land.
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“Whether in business, education, innovation, or leadership, we are called upon to make a difference. No effort is too small and no contribution is insignificant. Together, we can transform Nigeria into a nation that stands tall on the global stage, where justice, equity and opportunity abound.
“Now, more than ever, we must unite as one people. It is high time we unequivocally reject tribalism, nepotism, crimes and corruption. These are the adversaries of progress, sowing division and hindering the greatness within our borders.
“We cannot afford to let these forces shape our future any longer. The time has come to combat them with unyielding determination, to repudiate the things that tear us apart and to embrace what unites us as Nigerians.
As we strive towards this vision, we must also commit to fortifying the democratic institutions that underpin our nation. Let us bolster the systems that safeguard our rights and freedoms—the foundations that bind us. In doing so, we will ensure Nigeria remains resilient and prosperous for generations.
“The journey to a greater Nigeria requires all of us. Let us remember that we are not alone in this endeavor. We are stronger together and will build a nation that reflects the values, integrity, and greatness we all believe in.
“May God bless Nigeria, and may we never waver in our pursuit of a brighter future. Let us hold onto hope, for it is the beacon that will guide us to the Nigeria we all dream of.”
