A former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that he’s optimistic a couple of Nigeria that everybody can be happy with in his lifetime.
Obasanjo stated this in response to the outpouring of encomium by pals and well-wishers throughout his 88th birthday celebration in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
He stated he’s assured that Nigeria will attain her full greatness regardless of the challenges dealing with her and the crop of leaders the nation has encountered.
He additionally referred to as on all Nigerians who’re but to realize the age of 80 to prepare for the duty of nation constructing amongst others.
In response to Obasanjo, such devotion to the nation by her individuals would convey the specified adjustments everybody wishes.
Additional describing himself as an incurable optimistic, particularly about Nigeria, Obasanjo stated, “Sure, the scenario is unhealthy, little doubt, however I consider in my lifetime, we can have the Nigeria that we are going to all be happy with.
“I wish to thank all those that have given the goodwill messages; I admire you all. Might all of you who’ve reached the age of 80, attain 90 and 100. And I’ll have a good time that 90 and 100 with all of you.
“These of you who haven’t attain the age of 80 and haven’t been referred to as Octogenarians but, you’ll by the Grace of God attain 80, however allow us to keep in mind that as Nigerians, there may be an obligation for us and if we do it effectively, we can have an enviable Nigeria in our lifetime.”