Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged Nigerians to remain patient with President Bola Tinubu’s reforms, saying the country is moving in the right direction.

Mr Akpabio, who believes Mr Tinubu’s reforms are beginning to yield positive results, appealed to Nigerians to endure the pains of the reforms for a little while in the interest of the children and future generations.

“In line with the theme of this year’s celebration, ‘All hands are on deck for a greater Nigeria,’ I urge you to continue to bear the temporary discomfort of the ongoing reforms.

“We are not unaware of the pains occasioned by the reforms, but I want to assure you, very soon, this will be a thing of the past because the benefits of the reforms are beginning to manifest positively,” Mr Akpabio said.

The Senate president made the appeal in a congratulatory message to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

Mr Akpabio said, ”At 65, we are mature and should be working for the unity of the nation and prosperity of our people.

“We salute your resilience, patience, and endurance in the last two years. We deeply appreciate your support and understanding.”

He congratulated Mr Tinubu for demonstrating a commitment to the peace and development of our dear country, as well as the National Assembly for their steadfastness in legislative engagements.

“I must tell you that Nigeria is not finished. Do not buy into the mischievous narrative that Nigeria is irredeemable.

“We are on the right pedestal, and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration is reshaping the country; we are growing and making progress,” Mr Akpabio said.

Mr Akpabio said Nigeria will become better and reach its promised land if all citizens join hands to support Mr Tinubu’s reforms.

(NAN)