The Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has called on Nigerians to collaborate with the Federal Government to ensure that the nation emerges from the current economic recession stronger, more united, developed and self reliant.
In his message to mark the nation’s 56th Independence Anniversary, Dr. Saraki in a statement signed by his Special Adviser (Media and Publicity), Mr Yusuph Olaniyonu, commended all Nigerians, especially the nation’s founding fathers, for their contributions that have averted disaster from the nation at every point of her existence is threatened by social, political and economic problems.
While expressing regrets that in her 56 years of existence, Nigeria’s economy still depends on only oil, a situation which created the present economic problems being experienced by the citizenry, Dr. Saraki commended Nigerians for their perseverance, understanding and support in the face of the harsh economic condition.
He added that no single individual can solve the present economic predicament but with our collective efforts and sheer political will, we can push back the high tide of recession confronting the nation.