Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria – President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed confidence that Nigeria will overcome banditry and other security challenges by 2026, urging citizens to work together to build a more peaceful and equitable nation.
Speaking at a prayer and fasting service organized in honour of the Akpabio family at the Methodist Church Nigeria, Cathedral of Unity, Ukana Ikot Ntuen, Essien Udim Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, the Senate President called on Nigerians to set aside differences, embrace peace, and foster unity at all levels of society.
In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media/Communication, Anietie Ekong, Akpabio said: “I want to wish all Nigerians a very prosperous and peaceful new year. I want to assure all Nigerians that the new year will usher in renewed peace in our country.”
Waxing philosophical, he added: “For God so loved the world that He sent His only begotten son to be born as a man so as to redeem mankind. By the reason of the birth of Jesus Christ, Nigerians will be redeemed from banditry and insurgency in the new year and beyond.”
The Senate President also called on Nigerians, regardless of political affiliations, to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in its fight against insecurity. He expressed confidence that renewed collaboration with international partners would help defeat banditry and insurgency.
Akpabio highlighted the pivotal role of families in promoting peace and progress, noting that unity is the foundation of collective success.
In her remarks, Mrs. Ekaette Unoma Akpabio, wife of the Senate President, encouraged family members to support one another selflessly, set aside personal biases, and live together in love.
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