AKINWALE ABOLUWADE
Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District, has urged the citizens to remain hopeful in the journey towards a greater nation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available on Tuesday in Ibadan, Alli explained that President Tinubu was committed to addressing the challenges besetting the nation.
The statement read that the Senate Committee Chairman on Electoral Matters, expressed hope that the current obstacles would be a thing of the past.
It read, “Today, we stand at a crucial juncture in our nation’s history, filled with hope and the promise of a brighter future.
“I urge every Nigerian to remain hopeful and steadfast in our collective journey towards a greater nation under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu.”
According to the statement, it is essential to remember and honour the sacrifices of Chief MKO Abiola, a true martyr of Nigeria’s democracy.
It added that Abiola’s commitment to the principles of justice and equity laid the groundwork for the freedoms being enjoyed, stressing that “his sacrifice in the face of great personal adversity serves as a beacon of hope and a reminder of the price paid for our democratic gains.
“Abiola’s legacy is one of courage and resilience. He stood firm in his demand for his June 12 mandate even at the cost of his own life.
“We owe it to his memory to continue striving for the values he held dear. Values that will guide us towards a more just and prosperous Nigeria.”
It stated that Nigerians should also remember and celebrate other heroes who fought tirelessly for the nation’s democracy.
“Together, we can build a Nigeria that fulfills the aspirations of all its citizens. A nation marked by peace, progress, and prosperity,” the statement read.
