President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday said that his administration would not fail Nigerians.
The President also assured that the economy was on stable path to growth and development.
In his nationwide broadcast on the 52nd independence anniversary, Jonathan explained that the transformation agenda of his administration was focused on changing the life of Nigerians for the better.

He noted that the Nigerian economy had done appreciably well despite the global financial crisis, stressing that the real Gross Domestic Product, GDP, had grown at a relatively high rate.

He said: “Over the past five years, the global economy has been going through a weak and uncertain recovery.

“During the same period and particularly in the last two years, the Nigerian economy has done appreciably well despite the global financial crisis.

“Nigeria’s real Gross Domestic Product, GDP, has grown by 7.1 per cent on average.”

President Jonathan added that there had been improvement in the investment environment and that more corporate bodies were investing in the Nigerian economy.

He said that the Investment Climate Reform Programme had helped to attract over N6.8trn local and foreign direct investment commitments.

“It is also significant that the GDP growth has been driven largely by the non-oil sector. In pursuance of the main goals of the Transformation Agenda, a number of reforms and initiatives are being pursued in key sectors of the economy with a view to consolidating the gains of the economic growth.

“Our vision is encapsulated in the Transformation Agenda. We are working hard and making progress on many fronts. We have cleaned up our electoral process; our elections are now globally acclaimed to be free and fair. Nigeria is now on a higher pedestal regarding elections.”

The President explained that though the country was going through security challenges in some parts of the country, his administration had taken pro-active measures to check the menace.

He explained that the measures include constant consultation and collaboration with neighbouring countries and other friendly nations on issues relating to internal and cross border security and sharing information on smuggling and illegal dealing in small arms and light weapons.

“Our security agencies are constantly being strengthened and repositioned for greater efficiency.

“Many Nigerians have acknowledged that there has been a significant decline in the spate of security breaches,” President Jonathan said.

He, however, assured Nigerians of the commitment of the administration to the safety of lives and property and expressed condolences to the families affected by the campaign of violence mounted by the dreaded Islamic fundamentalist group, Boko Haram

President Jonathan also reiterated that his administration was combating corruption on all fronts, stressing that government would not interfere with the work of the anti-corruption agencies to guarantee their independence.
He, therefore, called for the cooperation and support of the civil society and the media in the fight against corruption and the independence of the antigraft agencies.

The President said: “Even as we remain focused on the issue of security, the fight against the scourge of corruption is a top priority of our administration. We are fighting corruption in all facets of our economy and we are succeeding.

“We have put an end to several decades of endemic corruption associated with fertiliser and tractor procurement and distribution.

“We have exposed decades of scams in the management of pensions and fuel subsidy, and ensured that the culprits are being brought to book.

“In its latest report, Transparency International, TI, noted that Nigeria was the second most improved country in the efforts to curb corruption.

“We will sustain the effort in this direction with an even stronger determination to strengthen the institutions that are statutorily entrusted with the task of ending this scourge.
“I have given my commitment of non-interference in the work of the relevant agencies and I am keeping my word. What we require is the full cooperation of all tiers of government, and the public, especially civil society and the media.”

He noted that the crude production volume had witnessed significant improvement, stressing that the 12-month gas supply emergency plan put in place earlier this year had produced more than the targeted volumes of gas for power generation

The President also noted that “a robust” Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB, had been placed before the National Assembly, saying that its passage into law would ensure far-reaching reforms, transparency, accountability, increased government revenue and predictability for investors in the oil and gas sector.
He also noted that there had been gradual improvement in the power supply, stressing that his administration was successfully implementing a well-integrated Power Sector Reform Programme, including institutional arrangements to facilitate and strengthen private-sector-led power generation, transmission and distribution.

“We have also put in place a cost-reflective tariff structure that reduces the cost of power for a majority of electricity consumers.

“I am pleased with the feedback from across the country on improvement in power supply,” he said.

President Jonathan, however, expressed sadness and grief over the floods ravaging some parts of the country, resulting in the loss of lives and property and the displacement of persons
He stated that his administration had taken measures to assist the affected states, while considering long term measures to check a reoccurrence.

President Jonathan said: “I want to reassure all affected Nigerians that I share in their grief and our administration is taking steps to address these incidents in collaboration with the states and local governments.
“I have received the interim report of the presidential team set up to assess the flooding situation across the country.
“The Federal Government has taken measures to assist the affected states, while considering long term measures to check future reoccurrence.

“We must continue to work together, confidently and faithfully, to ensure that our country’s potential are realised to the fullest; that our dreams are translated into reality; and that our goals are achieved.”

While paying glowing tribute to the founding fathers of the nation, President Jonathan noted that the present administration was committed to the pursuit of fundamental objectives of an open society: the pursuit of freedom, security and prosperity for the Nigerian people, and the rule of law.

“We weathered the storm of the civil war, we have refused to be broken by sectarian crises, we have remained a strong nation. I bring to you today, a message of renewed hope and faith in the immense possibilities that lie ahead.

“I have an unshaken belief in the future of our great country. I consider it a priority and sacred duty to continue to strengthen the bond of unity that holds our nation together and to promote and nourish the creative energies of our people. This is a central objective of our administration’s Transformation Agenda.

“Nigeria, I assure you, will continue to grow from strength to strength,” President Jonathan said.

Meanwhile, the Presidency yesterday debunked speculations that the 52nd independence anniversary took place in the Presidential Villa because of security reasons.

Speaking with State House correspondents at the presidential change of guards parade at the Presidential Villa, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, noted that this year’s anniversary was low-keyed just like that of last year to save cost and adequately prepare for the big event of 2014, when the nation would mark 100 years of existence since the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates in 1914.

He said: “The anniversary is also low-keyed this year, taking place within the precincts of the State House.

“President Jonathan has personally responded to the allegation that the event is being held within the State House by making it clear that in 2014, we will have a big event; the centenary of Nigeria’s celebration since amalgamation.

“A few years ago, we have the 50th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence and that was a big event.

“The President’s take on this is that between that 50-year anniversary and the centenary of Nigeria’s amalgamation, we should have low keyed celebration.

“Those who are looking for celebration on a grand scale should wait till 2014 when we will have the 100 years of Nigeria amalgamation,” Abati said.

Also at the event, the President officially consecrated a newly formed 176 Special Force Battalion to join the already existing 177 and 7 battalions of the Presidential Guards Brigade.

The guards brigade is a special unit of the military specifically charged with the responsibility of the security of the President and the seat of government.

The Minister of State for Defence, Erelu Olusola Obada, explained that the newly established 176 battalion was to strengthen the guard brigade and to make it more effective in response to security challenges in and around the FCT.

Obada said the ceremonial presentation of colours to the new battalion was symbolic and could only be done by the President and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.

The event also witnessed the ceremonial change of guards by the outgoing and incoming quarter and guards brigade and parade and military display by the Brigade of Guards,

President Jonathan also released pigeons to signify peace and harmony in the country.

He, thereafter, signed the anniversary register and cut the cake decorated in national colours.

The event was witnessed by Vice-President Namadi Sambo, Senate President, David Mark, Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu and his counterpart in the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha.Independence anniversary cake in Abuja, yesterday.
President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday said that his administration would not fail Nigerians.

The President also assured that the economy was on stable path to growth and development.

In his nationwide broadcast on the 52nd independence anniversary, Jonathan explained that the transformation agenda of his administration was focused on changing the life of Nigerians for the better.

He noted that the Nigerian economy had done appreciably well despite the global financial crisis, stressing that the real Gross Domestic Product, GDP, had grown at a relatively high rate.

He said: “Over the past five years, the global economy has been going through a weak and uncertain recovery.

“During the same period and particularly in the last two years, the Nigerian economy has done appreciably well despite the global financial crisis.

“Nigeria’s real Gross Domestic Product, GDP, has grown by 7.1 per cent on average.”
President Jonathan added that there had been improvement in the investment environment and that more corporate bodies were investing in the Nigerian economy.
He said that the Investment Climate Reform Programme had helped to attract over N6.8trn local and foreign direct investment commitments.

“It is also significant that the GDP growth has been driven largely by the non-oil sector. In pursuance of the main goals of the Transformation Agenda, a number of reforms and initiatives are being pursued in key sectors of the economy with a view to consolidating the gains of the economic growth.

“Our vision is encapsulated in the Transformation Agenda. We are working hard and making progress on many fronts. We have cleaned up our electoral process; our elections are now globally acclaimed to be free and fair. Nigeria is now on a higher pedestal regarding elections.”
The President explained that though the country was going through security challenges in some parts of the country, his administration had taken pro-active measures to check the menace.

He explained that the measures include constant consultation and collaboration with neighbouring countries and other friendly nations on issues relating to internal and cross border security and sharing information on smuggling and illegal dealing in small arms and light weapons.

“Our security agencies are constantly being strengthened and repositioned for greater efficiency.

“Many Nigerians have acknowledged that there has been a significant decline in the spate of security breaches,” President Jonathan said.

He, however, assured Nigerians of the commitment of the administration to the safety of lives and property and expressed condolences to the families affected by the campaign of violence mounted by the dreaded Islamic fundamentalist group, Boko Haram

President Jonathan also reiterated that his administration was combating corruption on all fronts, stressing that government would not interfere with the work of the anti-corruption agencies to guarantee their independence.

He, therefore, called for the cooperation and support of the civil society and the media in the fight against corruption and the independence of the antigraft agencies.

The President said: “Even as we remain focused on the issue of security, the fight against the scourge of corruption is a top priority of our administration. We are fighting corruption in all facets of our economy and we are succeeding.

“We have put an end to several decades of endemic corruption associated with fertiliser and tractor procurement and distribution.

“We have exposed decades of scams in the management of pensions and fuel subsidy, and ensured that the culprits are being brought to book.

“In its latest report, Transparency International, TI, noted that Nigeria was the second most improved country in the efforts to curb corruption.

“We will sustain the effort in this direction with an even stronger determination to strengthen the institutions that are statutorily entrusted with the task of ending this scourge.

“I have given my commitment of non-interference in the work of the relevant agencies and I am keeping my word. What we require is the full cooperation of all tiers of government, and the public, especially civil society and the media.”
He noted that the crude production volume had witnessed significant improvement, stressing that the 12-month gas supply emergency plan put in place earlier this year had produced more than the targeted volumes of gas for power generation

The President also noted that “a robust” Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB, had been placed before the National Assembly, saying that its passage into law would ensure far-reaching reforms, transparency, accountability, increased government revenue and predictability for investors in the oil and gas sector.

He also noted that there had been gradual improvement in the power supply, stressing that his administration was successfully implementing a well-integrated Power Sector Reform Programme, including institutional arrangements to facilitate and strengthen private-sector-led power generation, transmission and distribution.

“We have also put in place a cost-reflective tariff structure that reduces the cost of power for a majority of electricity consumers.

“I am pleased with the feedback from across the country on improvement in power supply,” he said.

President Jonathan, however, expressed sadness and grief over the floods ravaging some parts of the country, resulting in the loss of lives and property and the displacement of persons.

He stated that his administration had taken measures to assist the affected states, while considering long term measures to check a reoccurrence.

President Jonathan said: “I want to reassure all affected Nigerians that I share in their grief and our administration is taking steps to address these incidents in collaboration with the states and local governments.
“I have received the interim report of the presidential team set up to assess the flooding situation across the country.

“The Federal Government has taken measures to assist the affected states, while considering long term measures to check future reoccurrence.

“We must continue to work together, confidently and faithfully, to ensure that our country’s potential are realised to the fullest; that our dreams are translated into reality; and that our goals are achieved.”
While paying glowing tribute to the founding fathers of the nation, President Jonathan noted that the present administration was committed to the pursuit of fundamental objectives of an open society: the pursuit of freedom, security and prosperity for the Nigerian people, and the rule of law.

“We weathered the storm of the civil war, we have refused to be broken by sectarian crises, we have remained a strong nation. I bring to you today, a message of renewed hope and faith in the immense possibilities that lie ahead.

“I have an unshaken belief in the future of our great country. I consider it a priority and sacred duty to continue to strengthen the bond of unity that holds our nation together and to promote and nourish the creative energies of our people. This is a central objective of our administration’s Transformation Agenda.

“Nigeria, I assure you, will continue to grow from strength to strength,” President Jonathan said.

Meanwhile, the Presidency yesterday debunked speculations that the 52nd independence anniversary took place in the Presidential Villa because of security reasons.

Speaking with State House correspondents at the presidential change of guards parade at the Presidential Villa, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, noted that this year’s anniversary was low-keyed just like that of last year to save cost and adequately prepare for the big event of 2014, when the nation would mark 100 years of existence since the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates in 1914.

He said: “The anniversary is also low-keyed this year, taking place within the precincts of the State House.
“President Jonathan has personally responded to the allegation that the event is being held within the State House by making it clear that in 2014, we will have a big event; the centenary of Nigeria’s celebration since amalgamation.
“A few years ago, we have the 50th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence and that was a big event.

“The President’s take on this is that between that 50-year anniversary and the centenary of Nigeria’s amalgamation, we should have low keyed celebration.
“Those who are looking for celebration on a grand scale should wait till 2014 when we will have the 100 years of Nigeria amalgamation,” Abati said.

Also at the event, the President officially consecrated a newly formed 176 Special Force Battalion to join the already existing 177 and 7 battalions of the Presidential Guards Brigade.
The guards brigade is a special unit of the military specifically charged with the responsibility of the security of the President and the seat of government.

The Minister of State for Defence, Erelu Olusola Obada, explained that the newly established 176 battalion was to strengthen the guard brigade and to make it more effective in response to security challenges in and around the FCT.
Obada said the ceremonial presentation of colours to the new battalion was symbolic and could only be done by the President and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
The event also witnessed the ceremonial change of guards by the outgoing and incoming quarter and guards brigade and parade and military display by the Brigade of Guards,

President Jonathan also released pigeons to signify peace and harmony in the country.

He, thereafter, signed the anniversary register and cut the cake decorated in national colours
The event was witnessed by Vice-President Namadi Sambo, Senate President, David Mark, Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu and his counterpart in the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha.

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Na only talk talk we D̶̲̥̅̊ε̲̣̣̣̥γ̲̣̣̥ see. No action

Oddy1983: Na only talk talk we D̶̲̥̅̊ε̲̣̣̣̥γ̲̣̣̥ see. No action

Haba Oddy,let's be fair to ourselves,there are some changes now,the govt must not be perfect but if we are tell ourselves the truth good things are happening,let's just keep hoping for more.

If this man can achieve this within the space of less than 2years, Nigeria will be a paradise if he win the second term bid.

Rome wasn't built in a day... Nigeria will turn out well,regardless of current challenges and badbelle people.

On point. Ride on

God's hand will be there for all ur need to supply and sustain u.

Amen....

We believe in you sir

F00l at 40

You have already failed yourself.

pDude: F00l at 40

You have already failed yourself.

He hasn't failed himself neither has he failed the nation. The country under GEJ has witnessed tremendous tranformation, with perceived benefits cutting across all sectors. Power, electoral reform, economy, education, agric, and so on. We know we haven't arrived at our desired destination, that is why GEJ has, in his characteristic humility invited all to come and join him to move the nation forward. If you believe in Naija come, join the team of transformers. Don't remain a destructive critic. Switch allegiance in the face of glaring evidences.

Just pray,u sud nt fail ur family,becos u are alredy a failion in d nation.and pray nt to fail ur oxford dictionary(dam).

L–R: President, Christian Association of Nigeria, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor; Vice-President Namadi Sambo; President Goodluck Jonathan; Senate President, David Mark; and a former VP, Dr. Alex Ekwueme at the cutting of the 52nd Independence Anniversary cake, in Abuja ... on Monday.