Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has called on African leaders to unite in lifting their people out of poverty and building resilient economies.
Speaking on Tuesday at the swearing-in ceremony of Ghanaian President John Mahama in Accra, where he served as the Special Guest of Honour, Tinubu emphasized the importance of African solidarity and self-reliance.
“We have nothing to prove to anyone except ourselves. We have found the critical path to our success.
We shall lift our nations out of poverty and build a resilient economy at our own pace,” Tinubu declared.
Highlighting his support for Ghana, Tinubu said, “Today, I am here not only as the President of Nigeria but also as an African in resolute support for Ghana and her people.”
He celebrated Mahama’s inauguration as a moment of pride for Ghana, Africa, and the Diaspora.
“We celebrate African Democracy today as Ghana and her beloved people mark the transition from one democratic government to another,” he noted.
Tinubu praised Ghana’s democratic achievements, describing the occasion as a milestone in the country’s political evolution.
“This moment does more than symbolize another milestone in the evolution of Ghanaian democratic society.
It lays to bed the question of whether Ghana and Africa are capable of democratic and productive endeavors.
Ghana has answered that question resoundingly,” he said.
Reflecting on the shared histories of Nigeria and Ghana, Tinubu drew inspiration from the nation’s founding leaders.
“May we always walk in the way and the spirit of these enlightened leaders.
Ghana is in harmony with that spirit, and President John Mahama’s inauguration today reflects that,” he added.
Tinubu commended Mahama, describing him as a leader with a patriotic vision.
“Your new president is a man of patriotic vision and substance.
He loves his nation and its people to the core.
He believes that your nation has a mission and intends for you all to fulfill it.
No one can ask more of a leader than that,” Tinubu remarked.
Expressing confidence in Mahama’s administration, Tinubu said, “I have no doubt that your administration will bring about positive change and progress.
Your ascension to power should also mark a new and invigorated momentum in pursuing sub-regional integration and progress.”
Concluding his remarks, Tinubu stressed the need for collective efforts to address Africa’s most pressing challenges.
“With focus, we can tackle our people’s most pressing concerns: poverty, youth unemployment, instability, insurgency, and many other problems hampering our desired progress,” he said.
Tinubu’s message underscored the importance of unity and determination in shaping Africa’s future and achieving sustainable development
