President Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians that his administration is committed to achieving lasting improvements in infrastructure, food and energy security, education, and economic stability.

He made this declaration during a meeting with the Forum of Former Presiding Officers of the National Assembly, led by former Senate President Ken Nnamani.

Speaking to the ex-lawmakers, President Tinubu emphasized that his mission is to serve, not for personal gain.

“I didn’t come to look for money and exploit the situation; I came to work. I asked for the votes, and Nigerians gave them to me,” the President was quoted as saying in a statement signed by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga.

The meeting was attended by 16 former presiding officers, including former Senate Presidents, former Speakers of the House of Representatives, as well as former Deputy Senate Presidents and Deputy Speakers.

President Tinubu acknowledged the support of the Forum, regardless of political affiliations, and urged them to continue promoting unity and collaboration to achieve national development.

Reflecting on the complex nature of legislative duties, constitutional reviews, and nation-building, he expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to progress through cooperation.

“Regardless of party differences of the past and difficulty of the present, you still believe in me and what we all plan for this country.

“I thank you very much; no one will do it better than us. I have travelled the world and seen how developed countries have done it for themselves through collaboration, inclusiveness, and financial structure“, Tinubu said.

Addressing the current hardship in Nigeria, the President urged introspection, questioning the country’s past neglect of vital sectors, such as education and oil-producing communities.

“Yes, there is hardship, but how did we get here? What did we do when we had very high crude production? We neglected our communities; we neglected the goose that lays the golden eggs,” he said.

Tinubu lamented the poor state of schools, urging the improvement of the education environment to encourage learning.

“We can complain from now till eternity that the school enrolment is low. But did we do anything to encourage the enrolment process? We must ask ourselves because it is a matter of conscience,” the President stressed.

Tinubu outlined his administration’s focus on improving infrastructure, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, exploring alternative energy sources, and securing energy stability.

“We have come a long way, and I promise we must do our best,” he added.

The President also called on the former presiding officers to continue sharing their knowledge and experience in governance and nation-building, noting their unique ability to provide “clear interpretations of where we are” to the Nigerian people.

In his remarks, Senator Ken Nnamani expressed full support for President Tinubu’s leadership and his efforts to address the country’s pressing challenges.

Nnamani noted that this was the President’s first official engagement with the group since taking office and congratulated him on his election victory.

“Mr. President, history has never been the burden of one man alone, but some are called to meet a special share of its challenges.

“Though not of your creation, it has fallen onto you to end the pervasive insecurity across the nation, the economic downturn that has resulted in hunger and anger, infrastructural decay due to years of neglect, and myriads of other national challenges”, Nnamani said.

He expressed confidence in Tinubu’s ability to confront and overcome these issues, citing the President’s leadership in promoting local government autonomy as a source of hope.

“We are convinced that you will dig in deeper again to eradicate these problems and restore Nigerians’ pride of place among the comity of nations,” Nnamani added.

The former Senate President also pledged the group’s support in assisting with nation-building and fostering prosperity for all citizens.

“It is in this light and in the national interest that we wish to pledge our support as you work to restore national security, build an economy that works for all, and strengthen the bond of unity among our disparate peoples,” he said.

Nnamani further commended President Tinubu for entrusting some of their members with critical national roles, recognizing their significance in nation-building efforts.

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