Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the 10th National Assembly’s decision to return to Nigeria’s old national anthem aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s vision to rebuild the nation.
Speaking at the 2024 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Lagos State, Akpabio highlighted the anthem’s significance in fostering unity and national identity.
“We are diligently working hard to create a robust legal framework that will support the aspirations of all Nigerians,” Akpabio said.
He emphasized the importance of unity, saying, “We believe strongly that there is no stain in our country that we cannot erase if we stand together in brotherhood.”
The Senate President explained that the decision to revert to the old national anthem reflects a commitment to national rebuilding.
“That is why we went back to that National Anthem, that though tribes and tongues may differ, though professions may differ, in brotherhood we stand,” he stated.
“We went back because we want to rebuild the future of this country; remembering that we may come from different tribes, different backgrounds, different ethnic groups, different tongues, but in brotherhood we stand.”
Akpabio, reflecting on his political journey, noted that his personal vision of transformation aligns with the broader national goals.
“I entered politics with a dream of my own, and coincidentally, one that aligns with our shared aspirations, to rebuild my state and to rebuild our nation,” he said.
He cited his work in Akwa Ibom State as an example of what can be achieved, describing it as “an uncommon transformation.”
Looking ahead, Akpabio expressed confidence in the Tinubu administration’s ability to deliver on its promises.
“Together with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we can rebuild Nigeria,” he asserted.
“This is the formula: if our dream should ignite a tiny spark of aspiration amongst those gathered here, it will mark a pivotal moment for Nigeria, and the Renewed Hope programme will definitely be a success.”
