Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has come out to say that the turnout of Nigerians in the 36 states of the federation anytime he visits proves that a lot of citizens understand and sympathize with him.
Buhari disclosed this as he received the residents Federal Capital Territory (FCT) led by the Minister, Malam Muhammad Bello, during the traditional Christmas Day homage, at the State House, Abuja.
According to him, the way they show up without being paid or forced proves that they are willing to listen to what he has to say.
He added that he hopes history will be kind to him.
His words, “When I travelled to all the 36 states before the elections, what I personally observed and the number of Nigerians that turned up in every state to see and listen to me, are more than what anybody can pay or force.
“What I saw made me believe that the majority of Nigerians understand and sympathise with me.”
“I swore to hold this office in accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and God willing, I will follow the system diligently to the end of my term and I hope history will be kind to me and Nigerians.’’
“We thank God. It has been a very successful year, relative to the composition of this country, both politically and ethnically.”
“You are our eyes and ears, we have to listen to you and I hope you are encouraging your constituencies that this leadership means well and is concerned about them.”
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