The Senator representing Southern Kaduna senatorial zone, Hon Sunday Marshall Katung, has said the strength of Nigeria lies in her unity.
Katung stated this in his goodwill message to the people of Southern Kaduna, Kaduna state and the country at large to mark the independence celebrations.
“As Nigeria marks her 63rd Independence Day celebration, I join other citizens to felicitate with the good people of Kaduna South Senatorial District, the people of Kaduna state, and the entire nation.”
The Senator noted that Nigeria’s chequered history at 63 can’t be said to inspire much hope today, but therein lies its strength. Just like other nations that became great after a turbulent past, he held the conviction that Nigeria will become greater than it is currently.
He added that the country’s past is strewn with laudable achievements in different sectors that leave no one in doubt that it has the potential to truly be great.
“My belief is also anchored on the fact that Nigeria’s challenges aren’t insurmountable, and with determination, good leadership, unity of purpose, and patriotism, we will stand among nations that would inspire others to greatness.”
He called on the citizens not to lose hope, observing that economic and security challenges are there.
He said: “There is also a discordant tune that has highlighted a chasm in our unity, but while we reminisce on this 63 independence anniversary, let’s tell ourselves that we will all play our part at our different levels to ensure Nigeria succeeds.
“I am even more aware of the security challenges in some areas of my senatorial district, especially the return of attacks and kidnappings in some communities. But I assure our people that we will continue to do our best in helping to create a secured environment for us all.”
While appealing to the people of Kaduna South Senatorial District to unite irrespective of tribe or religion, he said this would afford them extra strength to face all difficulties as a people.
“Once again, I felicitate with Nigerians, hoping that our today would be greater than our yesterday,” he stated.
