LAGOS- The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on Friday emphasised the importance of compassion, loyalty and devotion among Nigerians.
Hamzat said in Lagos that the country deserved its citizens’ commitment.
He made this remark during an interview with journalists after observing Eid prayers at Ikoyi.
The deputy governor urged Nigerians to be loyal to each other and to the country, adding that they should show compassion especially to the less privileged.
“We must be loyal to each other and to our country. We must be compassionate especially to the less privileged.
“We must show that we care about others, regardless of our political class,” he said.
Hamzat said that the well-being of the masses must be given priority attention at all levels of governance.
He added that security, safety, unity and peace were needed for societal progress.
He emphasised the need for the citizens to pray for and support the military.
“We must daily pray for Nigerian troops fighting insecurity and terrorism,” the deputy governor urged.
He expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future.
“Nigeria’s future will be bright if the citizens pray and do the right things.
“Nigeria will bounce back,” he said. (NAN)
