The Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly Rt Hon Bathiya Wesley has saluted Nigerians and Adamawa citizens on Nigeria’s 64th Independence.
The Speaker in a statement signed by his chief press secretary Hyellamada Bernard said Nigeria in the last 64 years of Independence passed through different moments with experience of both military and political administrations.
He said Nigerians should use the experiences for sober reflection in where it was and its present situation at 64 years.
Rt Hon Bathiya Wesley noted that 25 years of uninterrupted Democracy is something to be celebrated and there is a need for improvement in Nigeria’s democratic process.
The Speaker maintained that the current economic hardships Nigerians are passing through should not be used as yard stick to bring disunity.
Nigerians, he stated, should remain peaceful and united as a Nation.
He commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for his leadership qualities that provided required democracy dividends and empowerment to the citizenry.
Rt Hon Bathiya Wesley said the efforts by the Governor has helped a lot in reducing the current hardships especially being among the first state to commence the payment of new minimum wage to workers.
“As legislators and representatives of people at the grassroots, we will continue to work hand in hand with our amiable Governor in making life better for our people,” the speaker assured.
He urged citizens to be their brother’s keepers at all times and keep praying for peace and the unity of Nigeria and Adamawa State.
