President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice, and resilience, warning that no nation can prosper where fear and insecurity dominate, and no meaningful progress can be sustained without peace.In his Easter message to citizens at home and abroad, the President said the season’s message of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection reflects themes of sacrifice, endurance, and the eventual triumph of light over darkness—principles he said are relevant to Nigeria’s current challenges.Tinubu acknowledged that the country is undergoing difficult economic reforms and security pressures, but maintained that the measures introduced by his administration were deliberate steps aimed at achieving long-term national prosperity.“For us in Nigeria, this period resonates with our present realities as we navigate economic strain and security challenges, even as efforts are being intensified to address them,” he said.He noted that despite the efforts of security agencies, attacks by criminal elements persist, but assured that government is intensifying both domestic and international collaborations to strengthen the fight against insecurity.The President referenced his recent visit to Jos, Plateau State, where he commiserated with victims of violence, noting that security agencies had assured him of improved operations and ongoing progress in tackling threats across the country.Tinubu urged Nigerians to support lawful authorities, promote unity, and act as one another’s keeper, stressing that national stability depends on collective responsibility.On the administration’s economic agenda, the President said ongoing reforms, though painful in the short term, are designed to lay the foundation for shared prosperity. He maintained that “true transformation cannot be achieved without sacrifice,” adding that history shows that enduring progress often emerges from difficult periods.As the nation approaches another electoral cycle, Tinubu also called for political maturity and adherence to democratic principles, urging political actors to comply with the Electoral Act and ensure campaigns are guided by peace, stability, and national interest.He expressed optimism that current economic indicators point toward gradual recovery, describing the situation as a “new dawn on the horizon,” while encouraging Nigerians to remain hopeful and committed to national development.The President further thanked citizens for their support, saying his administration remains committed to earning and retaining public trust through policies aimed at building a safer, stronger, and more prosperous Nigeria.
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