President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his vice, Kashim Shettima have both taken their oaths of office at eagle square in Abuja, amid loud cheers and claps.
Through this action, they have become the President and Vice President respectively.
The first to take, according to official procedures, was Shettima who swore to put the nation’s interest far above his.
At the mention of Tinubu, the audience went into wild jubilation as various songs rent the air.
He took his oath at exactly 10:37 am. He promised to stick to the Constitution.
I’ll not allow my interest to interfere with the national interest”, he said.
Recall that, Bola Tinubu, had earlier confirmed his readiness to dedicate himself to the service of Nigeria and Africa.
A statement from the office of the president-elect said Tinubu spoke on Saturday in Abuja at the inaugural lecture preceding his swearing-in.
Represented by Kashim Shettima, vice-president-elect, Tinubu restated his commitment to the ideals of democracy as the best form of government.
Tinubu acknowledged the merits of democracy, adding that “it surpasses the most perfect dictatorship in terms of justice, humanity, and productivity”.
“Distinguished guests, democracy is more than a system of governance; it is the very lifeblood that empowers a nation to flourish and thrive,” Tinubu said.
“We stand at the precipice of a new era, where the ideals of democracy will guide our path toward sustainable development.
“Democracy, my fellow countrymen, is not only a political system; it is a way of life. It embodies a distinctive code of thought and conduct, demanding the utmost integrity and self-improvement from leaders.
“Today, I stand before you, ready to dedicate my entire being to the service of our great nation and the African continent.
Tinubu said while democracy guarantees freedom, its survival hinges on the responsible and measured use of that freedom.
He added that democracy, as an ever-evolving concept, empowers the majority to express their will while safeguarding the fundamental interests of the minority.
“Our democracy is not an abstract ideal; it is a practical vessel that will propel our nation to new heights in every facet of our collective existence,” Tinubu added.
Tinubu pledged to utilise democratic institutions not only to safeguard political and civil rights but also to drive comprehensive economic reforms that engender broad-based prosperity, create employment opportunities, and unlock the nation’s untapped potential.
Also speaking, President Muhammadu Buhari noted that the inauguration lecture took participants on a journey of introspection on the imperatives of democratic governance and nation-building.
He added that the various challenges that confront the socio-political fabrics of Nigeria were also highlighted.
“We have learnt that democracy is not just a system of governance, it is a way of life,” Buhari said.
“True democracy is when the voices of people are heard. Our nation’s progress rests on inclusivity, unity and not leaving any citizen behind and ensuring every citizen enjoy the dividends of good governance.
“We must heed the lessons of this lecture and translate them into action. We must fight against corruption in all its form. We must remain united. Our diversity is our strength.
“We can overcome our differences and forge a common cause towards progress.”
Recall, that experts have confirm that the work ahead for Nigeria’s President-elect Bola Tinubu requires him to set up a team almost as flawless as the treble-chasing English premier league team, Manchester City.
He will also need to be just as ruthless as manager Pep Guardiola or even more, after all governing Nigeria is a more difficult task than winning the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
In Tinubu’s team, like Guardiola’s, everyone must earn their spot.
There is some consensus that the President-elect’s team will be largely made up of technocrats, tested hands who can deliver on the enormous task of resetting a country in doldrums. He relied on some of these technocrats during his eight-year stint as governor of Lagos State and others he has worked with indirectly since then.
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Source: sunnewsonline.com
