Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas will celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary with some Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
According to his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Krishi, Abbas is expected to spend some time with the IDPs at their camp in Abuja, during which he will extend assistance to them.
On the same day, the speaker will also hold an interactive session with students of some public secondary schools in the six Area Councils of the FCT at the National Assembly. The event will be aired live on Rhythm FM.
Meanwhile, the speaker has congratulated fellow citizens as they celebrate the independence anniversary.
Abbas, who also clocks 59 on October 1, 2024, said Nigeria has many achievements to celebrate since independence, adding that he is optimistic that the country’s future is brighter.
He, therefore, urged Nigerians to be more patriotic and pray for their country and their leaders to overcome the current security and socio-economic challenges.
Speaker Abbas also enjoined the citizens to be united and continue to serve their fatherland with passion and dedication.
He further enjoined the citizenry to be law-abiding and be their brother’s keeper as the nation goes through tough times.
The speaker also called for support for the governments at all levels, stating that only a collective effort by the government and the governed can ensure growth and development.
Speaker Abbas wished Nigerians happy independence celebrations.