President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to restructuring Nigeria, emphasizing the need to establish a solid foundation before implementing the changes.
Speaking during a visit to the National Leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, in Akure, Ondo State, Tinubu assured Nigerians of his determination to fulfill his campaign promise of restructuring the nation.
In a closed-door meeting with select leaders of the Afenifere group, Tinubu highlighted the importance of laying a strong foundation for the restructuring process.
Tinubu affirmed his dedication to Nigeria’s progress, expressing understanding of the challenges ahead. He reassured Nigerians of his determination to implement policies aimed at revitalizing the economy and addressing social and political issues.
Quoting the President, Ajayi said: “On the issues of restructuring, the President said that he is aware of the need to restructure Nigeria but that a good foundation must be laid before bringing the restructuring in place such that if it is done in a rush without a proper foundation, the restructuring may collapse very soon but it would be done.
“He (Tinubu) said that when he took the oath of office, he (Tinubu) pledged his allegiance to Nigeria, that he knows what he is facing.
“Tinubu said: “I prayed for it, I danced for it, I campaigned for it and I got it. I know the enormous responsibility. So, don’t pity me, Baba (Fasoranti), just sit down and relax.
“He (Tinubu) assured Nigerians that he understood the struggle and that he is trying to build the structures that will not be reversed.
“The President said that the structure he is trying to put in place in Nigeria economically, socially and politically would be such that it would bring Nigeria back to where it is supposed to be.
“On the hardship Nigerians are facing, he (Tinubu) appreciates the pains Nigerians are going through and said that very soon, Nigeria will overcome it; that is a matter of time. He said that the kind of the policies government is implementing will bring positive solutions to the challenges.
“He said that Nigerians should grow our foods. That we should eat the food we grow. Doing so would wean us from depending on foods from foreign sources.”