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Buhari to Nigerians, despite economic setback my govt’ll bring positive changes
President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday reassured that his administration is poised to bring positive changes despite the present economic setback occasioned by recession in the country.
The President stated this in his speech during the commissioning ceremony of 500 housing units at Kalambaina Housing Estate, Sokoto.
“Every government has the sacred responsibility of addressing the welfare of the governed in all possible ways. Provision of shelter to the teeming populace is in this context a priority for a purposeful leadership.
“Looking forward, despite the enormity of the challenges facing us we are optimistic that by the grace of God our nation is destined to achieve greatness. Today economic recession is affecting our economy. But we are resolved to overcome challenges, fight corruption and ensure good governance for the benefit of our citizens. Our administration is poised to bring positive changes to all Nigerians,” he said.
Earlier in his speech, President Buhari extols the leadership qualities of Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto State, describing him as one who has addressed issues of good governance with passion and love for Sokoto people.
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He said “It is my delight and honour to be with you this morning to commission the 500 Kalambaina Housing Units constructed for the good people of Sokoto State. We thank Allah (SWT) for guiding us and for giving the State Government under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, CFR (Mutawallen Sokoto) the vision to address issues of good governance with passion and love for the citizenry.
“Completion of projects started by the previous administration of H.E Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, is a demonstration of humility and a fulfilment of our promises to our people. I salute the efforts of Rt. Hon. Aminu Waziri and all those assisting him in promoting democracy and good governance.
This ceremony is quite historic not only because it is the first of its kind to be held in Sokoto the Seat of the Caliphate by the present administration but also for the fact that it is taking place while we are in a festive mood – celebrating the 10th Anniversary of His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alh. Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III.”
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Roland Uchendu Pele
November 6, 2016 at 9:08 am
“Looking forward, despite the enormity of the challenges facing us we are optimistic that by the grace of God our nation is destined to achieve greatness. Today economic recession is affecting our economy. But we are resolved to overcome challenges, fight corruption and ensure good governance for the benefit of our citizens. Our administration is poised to bring positive changes to all Nigerians.”
This is definitely a speech written by anyone but the president. How can I ever believe whatever comes from President Buhari. He’s got no personal initiative. The weight of the cabal on him is stronger than he himself.
yanju omotodun
November 6, 2016 at 12:35 pm
After a year of no change, So is it in 2019 when he wants to contest again that will bring the positive change we want?
APC should get ready to pack their loads in 2019.
Amarachi Okoye
November 6, 2016 at 1:29 pm
I can’t wat to see APC crying in 2019 because they have cause many thing that we make Nigerians not to look on them again all what nigeria want is PDP because there government is better than APC
JOHNSON PETER
November 6, 2016 at 12:40 pm
I also believe hard times don’t last for ever. By 2017 , I am sure Nigerians will begin to see the positive change promised by buhari . so let’s be patient with mr president.
Amaka Okoro
November 6, 2016 at 1:23 pm
What kind of patient are you talking about when buhari could not achieve anything for the past 2years is it in 2017 he wil make Nigerians better or worst
Nonso Ezeugo
November 6, 2016 at 1:35 pm
I don’t know what the foolish man buhari take us for. Those he think we don’t know anything .Buhari regime is the worst regime ever so we want the PDP to stay why the APC should go and join there ancestor
Animashaun Ayodeji
November 6, 2016 at 3:23 pm
For Buhari’s truth and fairness, I believe in his administration very much. All Nigerians need to stop criticism him, the current problems Nigeria is having is not caused by Buhari, we need to understand that and support him.
Margret Dickson
November 6, 2016 at 3:25 pm
Buhari thinks we are stupid? This was the same change you promised us before we voted you in as the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, after you won, you disfigured the face of Nigeria.
Johnson Amadi
November 6, 2016 at 3:26 pm
Mr President, this your PR talks cannot work on us again, we’ve heard enough, in fact, more than enough from your administration, we can’t believe you again sir.