Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has stated that the issues facing Nigeria today did not originate with the administration of President Bola Tinubu, but are the result of long-standing national challenges.
Speaking on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at a special service held at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, Akume emphasized that nation-building is a shared responsibility.
“Each Nigerian has a role in building the Nigeria that we deserve,” he said.
Akume praised President Tinubu for initiating what he called bold and overdue reforms, including the controversial removal of fuel subsidy, which he said should have been done decades ago.
“What President Bola Tinubu is doing today could have been done 39 years ago. But I believe that at the end of the tunnel, there is light,” the SGF added.
He called on Nigerians to rally behind the President and support efforts aimed at transforming the country.
The SGF also stressed the importance of unity and collaboration across all arms of government, the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary, to ensure that reforms are successful and sustainable.
“We must always cooperate: the Executive, the Legislature, and the Judiciary,” he urged.
Akume noted that Independence Day is not only a time for celebration, but also a moment for reflection and appreciation of the sacrifices made by Nigeria’s founding fathers in securing freedom from colonial rule.
“Today is not just about celebrating our independence, but honouring those who made it possible,” he concluded.
