2020: Here’s President Buhari’s New Year letter to Nigerians
President Buhari has penned a New Year letter to the Nigerian people as the world welcomes a new decade. In the letter, the Nigerian leader expressed hope and optimism for the 2020s, referring to it as the "Nigerian Decade of prosperity and promise for Nigeria and for Africa".
Buhari commended the commitment shown by the millions who participated in the peaceful February elections and assured his determination to strengthen the electoral process not only in Nigeria but also across the region. He stated that as a result of his impending standing down in 2023 and unavailability for future elections, he is focused on enhancing the security of the nation and the welfare of its citizens.
Acknowledging the challenges faced by the security forces in combating violent extremists, cultists, and ...