By Gloria Ikibah
The Deputy Speaker House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Nigerians on the occasion of New Year’s Day, January 1, 2025, and urged them to new hope, and optimism for a brighter future.
In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Speaker, Levinus Nwabughiogu, he reflected on the significant progress made in the outgoing year and assured Nigerians that the new year will bring promise and possibility.
Kalu expressed pride in the legislative milestones achieved in the past year, which have laid the groundwork for a brighter future for Nigeria.
The reiterated his commitment to addressing pressing issues in the coming year, including economic development, job creation, healthcare, education, and national security.
According to him, the House has at all times prioritized the passage of critical legislations that promote good governance, transparency, and accountability.
The Deputy Speaker therefore reassured Nigerians that their voices will continue to be heard in the legislative process and urged citizens to remain hopeful and optimistic about the nation’s future.
He further emphasized Nigeria’s resilience and determination, and noted that “together, the country can overcome any obstacle and achieve greatness”.
He also urged the people to keep supporting the renewed agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, saying that it will not fail them.
He said: “We stand at the threshold of a new year, filled with promise and possibility. As we reflect on the triumphs and challenges of the past, we are reminded of the resilience and determination that define us.
“As we bid farewell to the past year and usher in a new one, I join my fellow citizens in reflecting on the progress we have made and the challenges we still face. As the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, I am proud of the significant legislative milestones we achieved in the past year, which have laid the groundwork for a brighter future for our nation.
“In the coming year, we will continue to work tirelessly to address the pressing issues that affect our citizens, from economic development and job creation to healthcare, education, and national security. We will also prioritize the passage of critical legislations that promote good governance, transparency, and accountability.
“I want to assure the Nigerian people that we are committed to working in their best interests and to ensuring that their voices will continue to be heard in the legislative process. We will continue to engage with citizens, listen to their concerns, and work to address them through our legislative duties.
“As we begin this new year, I urge all Nigerians to remain hopeful and optimistic about our nation’s future. We have faced many challenges in the past, but we have always emerged stronger and more resilient. I have no doubt that together, we can overcome any obstacle and achieve greatness.
“I wish all Nigerians a happy, peaceful, and prosperous New Year”.
