Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, called on citizens to appreciate the sacrifices of Nigeria’s founding heroes and remain united in the face of current challenges, regardless of religious or ethnic differences.
The governor made the call during the 66th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan.
Speaking on the theme “Dealing Decisively with Insecurity, Banditry and Terrorism Through Community Participation, Awareness and Policing,” Governor Makinde, represented by the Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal, noted that Nigeria’s independence in 1960 was earned through the sacrifices and relentless struggles of the nation’s founding fathers.
Makinde, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on media, Sulaimon Olarenwaju, in Ibadan, the state capital, stressed that the freedom enjoyed today is a product of their labour and should inspire every citizen to be responsible and committed to nation-building.
He added that the anniversary offers an opportunity for sober
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