Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s potential to achieve greatness, stating that he remains optimistic about seeing a country that all citizens will be proud of in his lifetime.
Obasanjo made this remark during his 88th birthday celebration in Abeokuta, Ogun State, where he responded to goodwill messages from friends and well-wishers.
Acknowledging the challenges facing Nigeria, the former president reaffirmed his belief that the country would overcome its difficulties and achieve sustainable progress.
He urged Nigerians, particularly those under the age of 80, to take on the responsibility of nation-building to drive the country towards the desired transformation.
Obasanjo stated, “Yes, the situation is bad, no doubt, but I believe in my lifetime, we will have the Nigeria that we will all be proud of.
“I want to thank all those who have given the goodwill messages; I appreciate you all. May all of you who have reached the age of 80, attain 90 and 100. And I will celebrate that 90 and 100 with all of you.
“Those of you who have not attain the age of 80 and have not been called Octogenarians yet, you will by the Grace of God attain 80, but let us bear in mind that as Nigerians, there is an obligation for us and if we do it well, we will have an enviable Nigeria in our lifetime,” he added.
