President Muhammadu Buhari says his administration will not hide anything
from Nigerians in its resolute commitment to restore the economic fortunes
of the country and deliver prosperity to Nigerians.
Receiving the Northern Christian Leaders Eagles Eyes Forum at the State
House, Abuja on Friday, President Buhari appealed to the religious leaders
not to lose hope in the unity, stability and progress of the country.
The President emphasised that the Federal Government will continue to
prioritise the safety of lives and property, in addition to equipping
Nigerian farmers with the right tools, technology and techniques to boost
agriculture.
“ You must tell your followers the truth about the country. We have
nothing to hide because we have no other country but Nigeria.
“Tell them to give us a chance to stabilize the country. Your concern for
the security, unemployment, anti-corruption campaign and the frequent
altercations between herdsmen and farmers are genuine concerns.
“I know the Ministry of Agriculture and the Governors Forum are doing a
lot to resolve the lingering crisis between herdsmen and farmers, we must
give them a chance,’’ the President said.
President Buhari thanked the Christian leaders for their support to the
Federal Government’s anti-corruption campaign and other policies geared
towards reviving the economy.
“It is saddening that some of those who stole from our national resources
put the money in their personal accounts.
“However, it is gratifying that those who stole money and shared funds
meant for the purchase of arms for our military are regretting their
actions and they will regret more.
“Those caught in corruption will have themselves to blame,’’ he said.
In his remarks, leader of the Forum, Pastor Aminchi Habu called on
Nigerians to support the President’s anti-corruption war and his vision to
restore the lost glory of Nigeria.
“In your administration, I see a new Nigeria where the fear of bribery,
corruption and extortion is the beginning of wisdom.
“ I see a new Nigeria, where tribalism, religion and ethnicity is no
longer a barrier that separates us but a bond that unites us for a greater
tomorrow,’’ he said.