Senator Gbenga Daniel of Ogun East has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, praising President Bola Tinubu’s security policies and declaring that the worst of the country’s challenges is over.
Daniel made the remarks on Sunday in Sagamu while speaking with journalists at his 21st annual thanksgiving service held at Abraham’s Tabernacle Church.
He said the Federal Government had intensified efforts to combat insecurity across the country through multiple approaches, adding that the impact of these measures was becoming increasingly evident.
According to the senator, Nigerians should remain hopeful and thankful, despite prevailing economic and social difficulties, as signs of recovery were beginning to emerge.
Daniel, a former governor of Ogun State, also said there were indications that inflation was starting to decline after a prolonged period of sharp increases.
“We must be grateful to God for His protection, and we must acknowledge the President and Commander-in-Chief for creating the space needed to move the nation forward,” he said.
Addressing public criticism of political leaders, Daniel maintained that he had conducted himself with integrity throughout his public service career.
He noted that he had held public office and engaged with Nigerians for more than 23 years, stating that his record spoke for itself.
“If no one can point to any falsehood or broken word in all these years, then Nigerians should fairly assess my contributions,” he said.
Daniel reiterated his belief that Nigeria’s fortunes would continue to improve, pointing to the voluntary turnout of worshippers at the thanksgiving service as evidence of growing confidence and hope.
“Gradually, things are improving in this country. I am convinced that this year will bring positive change for Nigeria,” he said.
Delivering the sermon, Bishop Wale Oke, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, stressed that thanksgiving was central to spiritual growth and divine intervention.
Citing Psalm 50:23, he described thanksgiving as the “protocol of heaven”, assuring believers that gratitude to God invites divine help and victory.
NAN reports that prominent personalities at the event included Sir Kensington Adebutu, Mrs Bola Obasanjo, Dr Tokunbo Awolowo-Dosumu, former Lagos deputy governor Femi Pedro, alongside traditional rulers and senior clergy.
