On Thursday, May 25, 2023, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the president-elect of Nigeria, deliver a speech at his investiture of the nation’s highest national honor in Abuja. In his speech, Bola Tinubu thanked President Muhammadu Buhari for bestowing the honor on him and his Vice President-elect, Kashim Shettima. He also praised Buhari for his commitment to progressive and democratic good governance.
Here are four highlights of the President-elect speech:
- Tinubu thanked President Buhari for bestowing the nation’s highest honors on him and his Vice President-elect. In his speech, Tinubu thanked President Buhari for bestowing the nation’s highest honors on him and his Vice President-elect, Kashim Shettima. He said that the honors were a “tribute to the hard work and dedication” of the people of Nigeria.
- President-elect Bola Tinubu praised President Buhari for his commitment to progressive and democratic good governance. Bola Tinubu also praised Buhari for his commitment to progressive and democratic good governance. He said that Buhari had “made history” by recognizing the injustice of the annulment of the 1993 election, designating June as Democracy Day, and bestowing the nation’s highest honor on the late MKO Abiola.
- Bola Tinubu said that he was “humbled” and “grateful” for the honor bestowed on him. He said that he would “do his utmost” to live up to the expectations of the people of Nigeria.
- The President-elect said that he was committed to “running this race” and “doing it well.” He said that he would focus on security, the economy, agriculture, jobs, education, health, and power. He said that he would “disappoint neither them nor you, Mr. President.”
Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s speech was well-received by Nigerians. Many people praised him for his humility, gratitude, and commitment to good governance. Tinubu’s speech is a sign of hope for Nigeria. He has promised to “run this race” and “do it well.” Nigerians are hopeful that he will be able to unite the country and improve the lives of its citizens.
