As we stand on the cusp of a new year, our hearts overflow with gratitude to the Almighty GOD for the blessings bestowed upon our beloved Nigeria. We reflect on the challenges we have overcome, the milestones we have achieved, and the renewed hope that ignites our path like a star in the dawn.
This year, we witnessed the beauty of one Nigeria, where people of every tongue and creed intertwined in the spirit of democracy. We witnessed the peaceful transition of power, a testament to the resilience and maturity of our great nation, Nigeria. With the dawn of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, we feel a wave of optimism surging within us, fostering a shared conviction that better days are on the horizon. President Tinubu’s leadership, navigating challenges and inspiring change, deserves sincere appreciation. It has etched his vision on our nation’s bright future.
To my brothers and sisters, both at home and in the vibrant tapestry of the Nigerian Diaspora, a resounding thank you for your commendable perseverance and patriotism. You are the lifeblood of this nation, the indomitable spirit that fuels our progress. Through hardships and triumphs, you have held fast to the dream of a unified, prosperous Nigeria, and your sacrifices pave the way for a brighter future.
In the New Year, let us continue to be the architects of our destiny. Let unity be our cornerstone, progress our compass, and nationwide development be our pursuit. Let us bridge the divides, help secure our environment, celebrate our differences, and embrace the collective power of our shared identity.
To my ‘constituents’, my ‘comrades in glittering armour’, patriotic Nigerians in the Diaspora, especially progressive leaders across the globe who contributed immensely to the birth of President Tinubu’s administration, please remember your contributions, be it through remittances, expertise, or support, all of the above form an invisible thread that binds us together. Your loyalty to Nigeria is a shining beacon, guiding us towards a future where prosperity and opportunity bloom for all.
As we step into 2024, let us join hands, Nigerians united, and continue to build the nation of our dreams. Let us be the generation that writes a new chapter in Nigeria’s story, a chapter etched in unity and progress with a firm hope for a brighter tomorrow.
May 2024 bring more blessings, abundance, and the realisation of all our shared dreams, guided by the light of Renewed Hope as we move forward together. Amen.
Happy New Year, Nigeria!
*Prince Ade Omole*
Director – Diaspora Directorate
_Defunct_ APC PCC.
31.12.23.