*Commends Buhari’s administration for championing Nigeria’s unity and development
By Amgbare Ekaunkumo, Yenagoa
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and former governor of Bayelsa state, Chief Timipre Sylva has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the 59th independence celebrations.
Chief Sylva also salute Nigerians for exhibiting oneness in the face of daunting challenges, adding that such moments should afford us an opportunity to rethink our patriotism as well as deep national pride to the nation.
Sylva in a statement by Julius Bokoru, Technical Assistant, Media and Public Affairs, made available to DAILYWATCH noted that “Our history, as diverse as our great nation, Sylva is certain, constantly reflects the relentless spirit of our people. We fought for a sovereign nation and on that spectacular night in 1960 we took the Union Jack off our poles for the national flag. We survived socio-political anxieties, we survived a war that almost undid our foundations and yet here we are: a united, proud nation with numerous highlights of glowing successes we can all be proud of.”
He urged Nigerians both old and young irrespective of religion or creed to keep the flame of patriotism burning which according to him exemplifies our greatness.
The minister while expressing joy about the huge reservoir of both human and natural resources Nigeria is blessed with, emphasized that the quality and quantity of potentials of our youth is a reflection of the trajectory of a nation that is increasingly getting better, stronger, more united and prosperous.
“Beyond our deepening sense of nationhood, Sylva is excited, too, about the huge reservoir of Human Resources, tapped and yet to be tapped, Nigeria is blessed with. That quality and quantity of potentials especially of our country’s young reflects the trajectory of Nigeria: a nation that will increasingly get better, stronger, more united and prosperous.”
Sylva particularly appreciated President Buhari for his untiring leadership which has repositioned Nigeria to a greater path and thanked Nigerians for their unyielding love, prayers and patriotism for the nation.
