Tinubu Praises NASS for Support, Vows to Lead Nigeria to the Promised Land

President Bola Tinubu claims that his administration is committed to bringing Nigeria to the “promised land” and is inspired by the National Assembly’s backing during the past 19 months.

In Lagos on Wednesday, the president gave a speech to the National Assembly’s leadership, past principal officers, and Vice President Kashim Shettima.

“Everything we do has Nigerians at its core. Our purpose is to serve.

We have set out on a journey of transformation for all of us. It’s for our future. It is intended for the next generation. Your dedication will pay off for the unborn children.

The president remarked, “Your dedication to value addition and fostering the spirit of can do and must do is for all of us together.”

The president acknowledged the parliamentarians’ encouragement and promised to put in more effort, embrace intellectual curiosity, and make brave choices for the advancement of the country.

“In Yoruba, we have a saying that only a brave dog will catch the animal in the bush,” he continued.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio reassured Mr. Tinubu that the National Assembly was fully behind his government and praised him for his bravery and dedication to reform.

“You are not alone on this path to healing, change, and rebuilding the country.

He declared, “The National Assembly is with you and will support you.”

Mr. Akpabio emphasized the Tinubu administration’s promising economic future, pointing to successes like Nigeria’s Eurobond’s oversubscription, increased ease of doing business, and rising trust among international investors.

“We applaud your audacious reforms and respect our men in uniform. Because to your leadership, investors are still interested in Nigeria, and we will keep grinning as the advantages become apparent,” he continued.

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas, praised the president for his support and regard for the National Assembly.

He claimed that a number of important members of the administration had previously served in the National Assembly, including the president, vice president, president’s wife, chief of staff, secretary to the federation’s government, and multiple ministries.

“To God be the glory, Mr. President, the National Assembly is more united today than ever before. The National Assembly should count itself fortunate.”

“There is nothing we have ever asked for in the National Assembly that you have not complied with, so the National Assembly is more fulfilled than ever before.”

“This is historic.” This is admirable. You have our gratitude for it. He said, “I also want to thank you for giving the poor more support.”