President Bola Tinubu has called on State Governors to set aside political differences and collaborate with the Federal Government to build the country.
Speaking during the breaking of Ramadan fast with Governors at the State House in Abuja, on Thursday, President Tinubu emphasised the importance of transitioning from politics to governance, noting the need for unity and cooperation among all stakeholders. The President said “the time for politics is over. It is now time for governance”.
Highlighting the significance of the holy month of Ramadan for Muslims and the Lenten season for Christians, President Tinubu urged Nigerians to use the solemn occasion for reflection, prayers, and charity towards others.
Acknowledging the difficulties facing the country, President Tinubu expressed optimism about the future, noting that the challenges are beginning to respond to the solutions being implemented by his administration.
Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq commended the Federal Government for distributing 42,000 metric tonnes of grains, emphasising the importance of collaborative efforts between the national and sub-national governments in addressing collective challenges.
On the payment of Wage Award to workers, the Governor promised that the states would do the right thing. According to the NGF Chairman, ”Wet season farming is almost here, and he implored all Governors to engage in the farming business, the challenges of ordinary farmers can be appreciated as well as ensure a bumper harvest at the end of the farming season,”
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
