….Says administration is working hard to change trajectory
The Secretary to the Federal Government, Senator George Akume Thursday said President Bola Tinubu sympathises with Nigerians over the current hardship occasioned by the tough economic policies aimed at resetting the country on the path of sustainable growth and development.
Akume said President Tinubu, is working very hard to change the trajectory.
The SGF also listed the numerous programmes and activities of the government aimed at alleviating the hardship.
Ge further revealed that as a result of the economic hardship, this year’s anniversary will be low-key in line with the mood of the country.
He said: “Like several other nations, we are currently grappling with diverse challenges but we remain resolute in our inalienable destiny to build a strong and proud country that works for the good of all citizens irrespective of status, tribe, religion and creed.
“ Let me assure you that this administration shall remain committed to its promise of working sacrificially to deliver the dividends of democracy to every Nigerian citizen.
“This government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is very much aware of and deeply sympathises with all Nigerians over the economic conditions we are passing through. These have been occasioned by unavoidable policy choices, including, the removal of fuel subsidies, that his administration has had to make.
“ Notwithstanding the daunting challenges, ceaseless efforts are being made to cushion the immediate impact and to create new opportunities on the short, medium and long term basis, through diligent implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“ These Policies and Programs are being implemented for long term solutions to these problems and I assure us all that in no distant time, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the trajectory of our socio-economic development would soar higher in the positive territory.
“In alignment with the mood of the nation, therefore, I wish to inform you that the President, Commander – in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved that the 64th Independence celebration should be low-keyed.
“It is in this context that the program of events have been designed to remind us about our strength when we stay united, our progress despite the challenges, the beauty of our diversity, the quantum leap this administration has taken within the short period in office and the beacon of a better future for all, through the Renewed Hope Agenda”.
Akume also listed some of the relief programme of the government to include student loans, removal of tariff on staple foods, CNG projects etc.
