President Muhammadu Buhari has said that the advances his administration has made so far on the economic front, especially in infrastructure; food security, anti- corruption, energy sufficiency, among others, need to be built on.
In his Christmas message on Saturday, the President urged Nigerians to be circumspect and vote for those that will maintain the momentum his administration have created for the greater good of the country.
According to him, “It is another opportunity to show the rest of the world that Nigeria is indeed ready to consolidate its democratic credentials as has been noted in international circles.
“Let the peace and joy that pervade this period continue well into the new year up to the elections in February and beyond.
“I want to assure Nigerians that those who violently seek to disrupt the peace of our nation have lost the battle.
“Our country is blessed with a wealth of human and material resources. Let’s celebrate our blessings this season with the trust that a better dawn awaits Nigeria”, he said.
The President who heartily rejoiced with Christian brothers and sisters on the occasion of this year’s Christmas, said, “Many of us look forward to this festive season as a time to travel, share gifts, spend quality time with family and friends.
“Attend special carols and events, and generally relive the good moments of the year. In whatever circumstances we find ourselves, Christmas is a period when we come together to rejoice and set aside our differences”.
Buhari made it known that for him and his family, this year’s Christmas celebration is unique. “It is my last as your elected President. Twenty-two weeks from now, this administration will hand over to another.
“In the last seven years, I have had the privilege of receiving members of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) community on Christmas homage, except year the COVID-19 pandemic denied us that opportunity.
“I will fondly remember them as my benevolent landlords and friendly neighbours”, the President said.
He called on Nigerians never to loss sight of the symbiotic relationship between Christmas and hope; Jesus Christ and humility, Christianity and grace.
Adding that in this season of love, joy and peace, Nigerians must not fail to remember those who really wish to celebrate but are constrained in one way or the other by reaching out to them.
“Together we can make this celebration a spectacular one by renewing our pledge and common resolve to work for the unity and prosperity of our dear country.
The President said until his last day in office, he will continue to provide political and material support to sub-national governments, Armed Forces, institutions and individuals working wholeheartedly for peace, unity, stability and progress of Nigeria.
