President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday, admitted that Nigerians are experiencing difficulties, but assured that the situation will soon change for the better.
While Tinubu insisted that his administration was on track, he also noted that solutions to the prevailing situation cannot be an instant one.
On his part, Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, described the current leadership as tough men working to get Nigerians through the prevailing difficulties.
Tinubu, represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and the Lagos governor spoke at the 70th birthday of the Overseer of Citadel Global Community, Pastor Tunde Bakare in Lagos.
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Akume said: “The president acknowledges that times are hard, but at the end of it all, there is always light. And solutions to complex problems can never be as instant as coffee, but we are on the right track.”
The president also described Pastor Bakare as a spiritual leader and advocate for truth who had left an indelible mark, not just on those who follow his teachings, but on the nation as a whole.
“I acknowledge your relentless passion for better Nigeria, a country where equal justice and good government prevails. This celebration is a testament to a life of strength and courage, of powerful messages and fearless advocacy, deep volumes of your dedication to lifting humanity.
On his part, Sanwo-Olu said those in public office need prayers, saying “It’s tough times, but you see, we are also tough men, and we know that at the end of the tunnel, there will be a bright phase.”