By Our Reporter
The Executive Chairman of Toto Local Government Council, Hon. Pharm. Ahmed Baba Yahaya, has urged Nigerians to reflect on the sacrifices of the country’s founding fathers as the nation marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.
Yahaya, in a message issued to mark the anniversary, also congratulated Nasarawa State on the 30th anniversary of its creation.
The chairman extended his greetings to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, the National Assembly and Nigerians, saying Independence Day remains an important occasion for reflection on the nation’s journey.
According to him, the courage, unity and determination demonstrated by the founding fathers remain important to Nigeria’s continued development.
Yahaya also congratulated Governor Abdullahi A. Sule, Deputy Governor Emmanuel Akabe and the people of Nasarawa State on the state’s 30th anniversary.
He noted that Nasarawa had made progress over the past three decades, describing the state as an example of peaceful coexistence and unity in diversity.
The chairman said his administration would continue to prioritise policies and programmes aimed at improving the welfare of residents of Toto Local Government Area.
He listed infrastructural development and inclusive governance among the areas his administration would continue to pursue while supporting development initiatives of the state and federal governments.
Yahaya wished Nigerians a happy Independence Anniversary and the people of Nasarawa State a memorable 30th anniversary.
