Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mr. Adewunmi Ogunsanya, HC Home Affairs, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode, SSG, Barr. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin and Mrs. Olasukanmi Oyagbola, PS Public Service
By Kayode Olopade
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on Nigerians to renew their faith in the country and commit themselves to building a more peaceful, united and prosperous nation.
Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG),Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, made the call on Sunday at an inter-denominational service at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Ikeja, to mark the nation’s 66th Independence anniversary.
The governor said Nigeria had experienced periods of progress and difficult challenges since attaining independence, but stressed that the country’s ability to endure through adversity remained a reason for optimism about its future.
According to Sanwo-Olu, the theme of the anniversary service, “A Nation of Hope, Healing and Revival,” aptly captured the aspirations of Nigerians at the present time.
He said Nigeria remained endowed with a youthful population, human resources, natural wealth, creativity and entrepreneurial energy capable of driving national transformation.
Sanwo-Olu cited developments in Lagos as evidence of what could be achieved through determination, innovation and collective purpose, noting investments in transportation, education, healthcare, security, enterprise and environmental sustainability.
He said his administration would continue to invest in Lagos and its people, maintaining that the vision of a greater Lagos was closely connected to the broader aspiration of building a greater Nigeria.
The governor also urged Nigerians to embrace honest work, responsible citizenship, excellence, compassion and commitment to the common good.
He called on religious institutions and citizens to complement prayers for the nation with concrete actions that promote responsible citizenship and national development.
Sanwo-Olu further prayed for peace, unity, justice and prosperity, while asking God to strengthen the nation’s leaders with wisdom, courage and compassion, protect communities and security personnel, and create greater opportunities for young Nigerians.
He expressed confidence that Nigeria’s best chapters were yet to be written, urging citizens to move forward with faith, hope and courage.
Sanwo-Olu envisioned a Nigeria where every child has the opportunity to fulfil their potential and where the country’s diversity serves as a source of strength rather than division.
He declared his hope for “a new Nigeria”, urging Nigerians to collectively dedicate themselves to building and enjoying the nation they desire.
“May Nigeria rise in a renewed hope, be renewed in healing, and experience a great revival,” Sanwo-Olu prayed, as he wished Nigerians a happy 66th Independence Anniversary and called for continued faith in the country’s
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