As Nigeria turns 60, Nigerians have been tasked to uphold the virtues of sincerity, justice, and fairness while rejecting impunity to enable the country to realize its full potential as a prosperous nation and the true giant of Africa.
In a statement by Governor Samuel Ortom’s Chief Press Secretary, Terverr Akase, the Benue State Governor admonished Nigerians to sustain their faith in the unity and capacity of the country to overcome the current security and economic challenges.
“What the nation needs at this time are men and women of honour and integrity who can stand for the rule of law and promote the values as well as the dream of the nation’s founding fathers,” he said.
The Governor stated that the grace of Almighty God has guided Nigeria out of challenges and threats to its corporate existence, and expresses optimism that the same God will continue to steer the ship of the country away from doom.
He maintained that only sustained synergy between the Federal Government and states, as well as other stakeholders can lead to victory against terrorism and other criminal acts in parts of the country.
Governor Ortom reaffirmed the commitment of the Benue State Government to addressing the development challenges of the state by developing the agriculture value chain to engage young people in productive ventures.
While appreciating Benue people for the support given to his administration in the last five years Ortom pledged to return the goodwill with an impressive performance as he is already doing.
Governor Ortom said his administration will sustain the tempo of providing development projects in all parts of the state.
The Governor wished the people of Benue State and other Nigerians a peaceful Independence celebration.
