BUHARI CALLS FOR INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT TO END NIGER DELTA CRISES

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday appealed to the nation’s trading partners for support as government explores fastest means of ending militancy in the Niger Delta region.
The President, who made this appeal in his Sallah message to Nigerians on the occasion of the 2016 Eid El Fitr celebrations , noted that government is seeking the fastest means to end economic sabotage in Niger Delta as well as amicably resolving the growing conflicts within the region
“I also appeal for the support, understanding and patience of all Nigerians and our international partners as we explore the fastest means to end the economic sabotage in the Niger Delta and amicably resolve the conflicts within the region, ” he said.
The President, while also felicitating with all Nigerians, especially the Muslim Ummah, on the occasion of this year’s Eid El Fitr, which marks the completion of the Ramadan fast, congratulated them for successfully completing the month-long spiritual journey of fasting, prayer and almsgiving in obedience to the Divine Command.
“I sincerely pray that the Almighty Allah will reward our sacrifices with increased blessing and a more prosperous future.
“On this happy occasion, it is my strong belief that all true followers of Islam have been rejuvenated on the true meaning and essence of life and through the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), we have learnt to imbibe the virtues of piety, sacrifice, love, self-denial and good conduct in our daily relationship with one another.
“As we celebrate another Eid El Fitr, I admonish all patriotic Nigerians to uphold these lessons and also appreciate the numerous material and human blessings God has endowed us with,” he said.
The President also urged Nigerians to “show gratitude, respect and tolerance to one other, irrespective of our religion, tribe, language and political leanings, as we forge ahead to build on our strengths and opportunities to make Nigeria great again.”
“On Monday this week, the Vice President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives and other government officials joined me to host Iftar reception at the State House with Nigerians of different backgrounds including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), artisans and Physically-challenged persons, ” he said.
He appealed to the rich and well to do Nigerians to remember the millions of Nigerians who are suffering deprivation because of violence perpetrated by terrorists.
The President while commending Nigerians for what he described as the ” amazing sacrifices of Nigerians in the face of the temporary economic and social challenges”, said he is not unaware of what Nigerians are going through and reassure Nigerians that his administration is working assiduously towards providing basic needs and other amenities.
“Let me also use this opportunity to reaffirm that we will not relent in the fight against corruption and we will ensure that all appropriate and legal measures are deplored to root out this malaise,” he said.
He also commended the Armed Forces and security agencies for the gains recorded in the fight against terrorists and the rescue of hostages in the North East part of the country, adding “I promise you all better days ahead even as we remain grateful for your unflinching support to our administration”.
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