President Muhammadu Buhari is certain that it has always been the wish of Nigerians to remain one despite several challenges capable of past threats of “internal strife” and the civil war.
Speaking at the presidential villa, Abuja on Monday, during the launch of the 2016 armed forces remembrance day emblem and appeal, Buhari commended those who paid the ultimate price for the unity of the country.
Although he did not expressly mention ‘Biafra’, there is a chance his statement was predicated by recent agitations and protests in favour of the creation of Biafra Republic.
His words are coming at a time when pro-Biafra agitators are staging series of protests, which have been described as threat to the corporate existence of Nigeria.
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“This occasion reminds us of the need to appreciate the contributions of our fallen heroes who paid the supreme sacrifice to maintain national and international peace and security,” he said.
“Our nation has recently celebrated 55 years of political independence and continues to remain as one indivisible entity despite several grievous challenges.
“Since independence, Nigeria has witnessed a lot of internal strife, survived a civil war and has remained united. This feat achieved by the country is an eloquent testimony to the determination of our citizens to remain as one people.
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“The sacrifices of our fallen heroes, heroines, and veterans who rose up to the security challenges cannot go un-noticed.”
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