WE'LL WIN THE WAR AGAINST BREAKUPS AND TERRORISM - PRESIDEN JONATHAN

As Nigerians join the rest of the world to mark this year’s Easter celebration, President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed optimism that the country would win its war against terrorism.

The president in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati said his government was committed to a peaceful and united

Nigeria.

According to him, “In spite of the evil machinations of terrorists, criminals and their collaborators, our administration remains ardently focused on efforts to successfully execute the Federal Government’s Agenda for National Transformation and achieve sustained development.”

“My belief in our ability to overcome all retrogressive and divisive forces in our midst and build a strong, united and prosperous nation by

turning our unique diversity into a source of strength remains unshaken and we will continue to work with all interest groups and stakeholders in the country to achieve the peaceful, secure and politically stable conditions essential for rapid socio-economic development,” the President added in his message.

“But we cannot afford to rest on our oars. Much

remains to be done and we will continue to count on

the patriotic support of all Nigerians as we strive to

achieve more inclusive economic growth, generate

more national wealth and create more employment

opportunities to meet the demands of our

increasingly youthful population.”

The president, while lauding the leadership and

delegates to the ongoing National Conference, said,

“the vast majority of them have shown a patriotic

and praiseworthy commitment to national unity,

peace and progress built on justice, fairness and

equity for all component parts of the country.”

The President further disclosed that, “As the

Conference breaks into committees to continue its

deliberations, it remains our hope and expectation

that the end result will be meaningful and enduring

contributions towards strengthening national unity

and fulfilling our collective desire for a better and

greater nation.”

The President further extended his heartfelt

sympathy to all the families who lost loved relatives

in recent terrorist attacks.

“Our armed forces and security agencies will

continue to do their very best to curb such attacks

and restore full security to all parts of our beloved

country.” He added.