A former of Nigeria, President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to remain optimistic and resilient and never lose hope in the dream of building a great and prosperous nation, despite the challenges the country currently faces.
Jonathan stated this in his message on Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
“Today, we mark a significant milestone in our nation’s history. It is the 64th Anniversary of Nigeria’s independence when we remember and adore our nationalists who fought and brought an end to colonial rule,” the former president said in a statement issued by his spokesman, Ikechukwu Eze.
He recalled that since 1960, Nigeria had come a long way, making measured strides in various sectors and overcoming countless obstacles in its journey of nationhood.
Jonathan, however, admitted that Nigerians are facing significant challenges that need to be tackled.
Jonathan said: “Over time, we have indeed made modest progress in our hopes and shared dreams as citizens of our nation.
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