By Joy Odor
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Leader of People’s With Disabilities (PWDs) Honourable Tolu Bankole has congratulated the 16th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Ahmed Bola Tinubu, GCFR, most heartily, for his doggedness, diligence, democratic resume and uncanny dexterity before, during and after the contentious general election leading to this phenomenal feat.
He join all Nigerians to celebrate the epochal era of Renewed Hope of political stability and economic development as Nigeria witness a momentous journey of the successful transfer of power to a new set of elected leaders, both the federal and state levels.
In a press statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Monday, Hon. Bankole opined that he have no doubt that President Tinubu with his wealth of experience, Spartan determination and knack for spotting the best is ready to deliver Renewed Hope that will bridge the wide gulf between the rich and poor and ensure Nigerians have a better life, improve standard of living and economic prosperity for all.
According to him, Mr President must ensure that all those whose stock in trade is hanging around the corridors of power for ulterior motives and eye service don’t get recognition this time around.
APC National Leader of PWDs also felicitated with the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, for being a part of history and the astute team who will deliver on the Renewed Hope in the next four years.
He called for improved recognition and participation of Persons With Disabilities, (PWDs) in governance as cabinet Ministers and Managers in strategic planning and placements.
Bankole informed that “On this occasion, I rejoice with all the Governors; re-elected and newly elected, Senators and House of Representatives and States Assembly Members across the various states in our dear country on this historic occasion which has positioned them to itch their names in gold by delivering dividends of democracy.
“I congratulate Nigerians for being witnesses to history.
“The elections are over despite the ongoing legal tussle and the task ahead is so enormous than to continue unpatriotic rhetorics capable of distracting the new administration” he said.
He challenged that all hands must be on deck to unite the country, deliver on security, power, economy, health, employment, education and other sectors in a timely, prosperous, equitable and inclusive manner.
Also, Bankole noted that a delicate balance must be struck in handling the nation’s borders with a charge to Nigeria Custom Service to be more professional and deploy latest technologies for trade facilitation, clearance and security at the borders.
“The new administration has its jobs cut out, first has to be assembling round pegs in round holes without sacrificing federal character and inclusive of persons with disabilities, youths and women.
“Finally, the government must deliberately put in place policies that will reduce and eradicate poverty. Again, I wish the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, a successful tenure” he said.
