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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Nigerians on the country\u2019s 65th independence anniversary, saying the nation has entered \u201ca new dawn of great and infinite possibilities\u201d.<\/p>\n
Felix Morka, national publicity secretary of the APC, said in a statement on Wednesday that the party salutes the struggles and sacrifices of Nigeria\u2019s founding fathers who built a united nation out of ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity.<\/p>\n
The ruling party said Nigeria has continued to triumph through difficult challenges on the back of the resilience and patriotism of its citizens.<\/p>\n
Morka stated: \u201cThere is no better time to be optimistic about the prosperity of our country than now.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite the flaws and missed opportunities of bygone political eras, a new dawn now breaks over our country heralding brighter days for our people and a vibrant future for our country.\u201d<\/p>\n
APC described Bola Tinubu, president of Nigeria, as \u201cinimitably bold and visionary\u201d, noting that his reforms to end fuel subsidy and unify the foreign exchange system have placed the economy on a stronger footing.<\/p>\n
It acknowledged the hardship that followed the reforms but insisted that the economy is now delivering \u201cearly yields\u201d of improved material conditions for Nigerians.<\/p>\n
The party said: \u201cAs Mr President has stated, the economy has turned the corner.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur country has become a net exporter, posting consistent trade surpluses in the last five quarters. Non-oil revenue has surged, just as oil production has reached record levels.\u201d<\/p>\n
The party added that gross domestic product (GDP) growth hit 4.28 percent in the second quarter of 2025, surpassing the IMF\u2019s forecast of 3.5 percent.<\/p>\n
It also said foreign reserves have climbed to over $42 billion, while inflation has fallen to 20.1 percent \u2014 the lowest in recent years.<\/p>\n
The APC credited Tinubu\u2019s administration with reducing Nigeria\u2019s revenue-to-debt-servicing ratio, raising the tax-to-GDP ratio, stabilising the naira, and restoring investor confidence.<\/p>\n
The party also said infrastructural investment, growth in agriculture and the creative industry, as well as the fight against insecurity and corruption, have positioned the nation for \u201chistoric advancement\u201d.<\/p>\n
It thanked Nigerians for their patience and sacrifice and urged continued support for Tinubu\u2019s administration.<\/p>\n
\u201cAgain, we applaud Nigerians for their patience and sacrifice of love for country.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe urge them to sustain their support for our great party and the President Tinubu-led administration as we continue in our concerted efforts to build a Nigeria of our collective dream,\u201d the statement concluded.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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