I apologize to Nigerians over economic hardship in our country -Aisha Buhari

The First Lady, Dr. Aisha Muhammadu

Buhari, on Friday apologised to Nigerians

over the harsh economic realities and

insecurity experienced under the Buhari-

led government.

Speaking during the 62nd Independence

Day Special Juma’at prayer and Public

Lecture themed Shura: The Islamic

Foundation of True Democracy at the

National Mosque Conference Hall, Abuja,

Dr. Buhari said:

“The regime might not have been a

perfect one, but I want to seize this

opportunity to seek forgiveness from the

Ulamas and Nigerians in general. We all

need to work together to achieve a better

Nigeria.”

She urged Nigerians to pray for a peaceful transition of power in 2023, adding that citizens must unite to restore normalcy and peace in the most troubled parts of the country.

According to her, “Your Excellencies,

distinguished guests, ladies and

gentlemen, as you may be aware that this

government is making its exit and

perhaps witnessing the last anniversary of the regime, I ask Nigerians to pray for a

successful election and transition

programme.

“The regime might not have been a

perfect one, but I want to seize this

opportunity to seek forgiveness from the

Ulamas and Nigerians in general. We all

need to work together to achieve a better

Nigeria.

“Your Excellencies, distinguished guests,

it is also noticeable that our Naira is being evaluated and the foreign exchange rate has affected our economy causing a lot of hardship and difficulties in terms of education, health and other day-to-day activities of our citizens.”

While lauding the efforts of security

agencies in fighting terrorism, she said

Nigerians “must unite and fight against

security challenges.”

“I’m particularly happy that our security

agents have stood up to the challenges of security more than ever before. And at

the moment, their efforts have been

pushing the effects of banditry,

kidnapping and many other ills in

society.”