Independence Day: It Is The Celebration of True Freedom For Kwarans- Senator Ashiru
Oyewale Oyelola
The Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Housing and Procurement, Senator Oyelola Ashiru has described 2019 Independence Day anniversary as the celebration of true freedom for Kwara state and Kwarans.
The Senator representing Kwara South Senatorial District in a message issued on Tuesday to mark Nigeria’s 59th Independence anniversary said Nigerians must never relent in contributing their best for the betterment of the nation.
The Statement read:
1st of October is an important day in Nigerian history, it reminds us of our freedom and the sacrifices of our heroes past, today, we reflect on our journey to liberty and we give thanks to God who have deposited so much in us and united us as one.
2019 Independence anniversary is peculiar to the people of Kwara State, it is the celebration of true freedom as we have just installed the government and representatives of the people, by the people and for the service of the people. We must not take this for granted and we must always walk in the consciousness of the autonomy we all fought for.
Our journey to the destination of our dreams is not without difficulties, we must however remain resolute never to relent in contributing our best for the betterment of our dear nation, we must remain committed to the project of a developed Nigeria and strive to be a good ambassador in our various field of endeavours
Let us remember our fallen heroes who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoyed today, let us remember in prayers our men in uniform who are standing gallantly to make sure Nigeria remain safe and peaceful. May God Almighty reward all their efforts and sacrifices.
As we all strive to give our best for National development, may I reassure the people of Kwara South of my commitment never to sleep nor slumber until our collective aspirations are brought into reality.
I wish you all a happy Independence celebration and may God Almighty bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.