President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed his call for unity and peace as his administration continues to tackle pressing political and socio-economic challenges.
According to him, the foundations of development can only be erected on the pillars of unity and peace.
He also enjoined Nigerians to eschew violence and divisive tendencies, which are clogs in the realisation of a prosperous and harmonious nation.
In his message on the occasion of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, President Tinubu, who is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) for this year’s ‘Sustainability Week,’ urged Nigerians to become ambassadors of peace. He stressed that collective efforts would pave the way for a future filled with hope and optimism.
The solemn occasions to honour members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in defence of Nigerian sovereignty took place in 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented the President as the guest of honour; Senate President Godswill Akpabio, House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Chief Justice of Nigeria Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, Minister of Defence Abubakar Badaru and Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Christopher Musa laid wreaths at the National Arcade, opposite Eagle Square, Abuja.
In a message he posted on his verified X handle, @officialABAT, President Tinubu emphasised the need for national and global peace, reminding Nigerians of the ultimate sacrifices made by the country’s ex-servicemen and women.
President Tinubu tweeted: “The Armed Forces Remembrance Day allows us to express our gratitude and pay tribute to our ex-servicemen and women who selflessly sacrificed their lives to defend the territorial integrity of Nigeria and other nations.
“Our nation is in dire need of peace, and so is the World. As we mark this solemn event today, remember that people laid down their lives, and many still do so to guarantee our peaceful co-existence.
“Therefore, let us eschew violence and divisive tendencies for a peaceful and prosperous nation. Let us all become ambassadors of peace.
“We can build a future of hope and optimism together, where peace and unity reign supreme.”
