65th Independence Anniversary: Tinubu Steering Nigeria To Greatness, Says Lagos APC
As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, the Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that the nation’s journey to greatness has begun under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that Nigeria is on course to reclaim her position as the giant of Africa.
In a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, on Wednesday, the party described the anniversary as a moment for sober reflection, renewal of hope, and collective commitment to national progress.
“Today is not only a celebration of our sovereignty but also an opportunity to reflect on our past, assess our present, and chart a clear course for the future,” the statement read.
According to the APC, President Tinubu has proven to be the right leader for the times, demonstrating courage, vision, and determination to rescue the nation from decades of mismanagement. The party highlighted his removal of the fuel subsidy, reforms in agriculture, food security, infrastructure, and education—including the provision of free technical education with stipends for students—as bold policies already laying the foundation for lasting prosperity.
“Unlike those who mortgage the future of generations yet unborn for selfish political survival, President Tinubu has displayed uncommon boldness in confronting decades of decay with reforms that are already repositioning the nation,” the statement added.
The Lagos APC further cautioned Nigerians against politicians who, it said, seek to drag the country back to an era of corruption and prebendal politics. “At 65, Nigeria does not need politicians whose only plan is to return the country to the dark era of sharing the nation’s resources among cronies. Nigerians know them well—tired figures masquerading as redeemers but whose records are filled with corruption and betrayal of trust,” it said.
The party urged citizens to remain resolute in supporting the APC-led administration, describing President Tinubu as “the reformer-in-chief” committed to building a Nigeria of opportunities, justice, and shared prosperity.
“As the country celebrates this milestone, we call on Nigerians to rally around President Tinubu, reject the merchants of lies and retrogression in the opposition, and continue to support the government’s reform agenda,” the statement concluded.
