Vice President Yemi
Osinbajo has said it is illogical to assess the policy direction of President
Muhammadu Buhari in just a few days in office.
He expressed optimism
that with the path that the President had taken, he would meet the expectations
of Nigerians.
Osinbajo said this at
the 33rd Holy Ghost
Convention of The Sword of the Spirit Ministries, Ibadan on
Sunday, where the General Overseer, Bishop Wale Oke ministered.
While acknowledging
that winning the election was only a step among many, Osinbajo said a lot had
to be done to bring the desired change Nigerians voted for.
He added, “I think that
the nation has high expectations and I know that things are just getting better
by the day. I believe that by the grace of God, all of those expectations and
beyond will be met. So, we are looking forward to more exciting times and great
things for this nation.
“We can’t talk about a
policy direction in one year but am sure you heard the President’s speech on
the economy and what to expect in the next few days. I hope we all heard what
we’ve said about the economy especially what we intend to do in the area of
agriculture, infrastructure, power, roads; so much has to be done. A lot of
work to be done in the next few months, so we will see a lot.”
He recalled that when
he was nominated as Buhari’s running mate, a lot of issues were brought up
about religion and ethnicity, noting that several men of God were eager to hear
from him why he accepted to run.
Osinbajo stated, “A
meeting of men of God was called by Bishop Oke and they wanted to understand
why it was that I was running for office and they wanted to ask questions about
the threat of Islamisation. They needed answers.
“After I answered the
questions, they began to support the effort. They decided that they have heard
enough and they were convinced that what the Lord was about to do was something
that will make a difference in this country.
“I am happy they have
not been disappointed. God fulfilled the promise and we won the election.
“Winning an election
and being the Vice President is nothing. The most important thing is that God
has said that we must be the light of the world. All the accolades and prestige
of my office cannot compare with the duty that God has given us to be true
disciples.
“I pray that God will
help me and the President to truly do the work. With the prayers of Nigerians,
we will see a change, prosperity and all of us will enjoy this nation.”
-Punch
More grace my VP
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