The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government is addressing the country’s security challenges.
He, however, advised citizens, particularly residents of Ekiti State, to celebrate Christmas and the New Year with moderation and remain security-conscious, to prevent incidents that could turn the festive period into a time of mourning.
A statement by the lawmaker’s Senior Legislative Assistant, Gbenga Banji, in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday, said Bamidele, who represents Ekiti Central Senatorial District, gave the assurance while distributing Christmas and New Year gifts to residents.
“Let me congratulate the residents of Ekiti State on the occasion of Christmas and New Year’s festivities. I wish them God’s protection at this critical time.
“But as they celebrate, let them do everything with moderation. They should know there is life after these festivities.
“They should also be vigilant because of the pervasive insecurity in the land. But hopefully, we shall overcome. The Federal Government is on top of the situation.
“Most important is that they should pray for the successes of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administrations. It is through this that we can all benefit fromthe expected dividends of democracy,” Bamidele said.
The lawmaker, as part of efforts to make the festive season memorable for residents, donated N50m in cash to communities across the 177 wards of the 16 local government areas of the state.
The donation also included 8,730 bags of rice and beans for distribution across the wards.
The distribution, which commenced on Monday, was strictly supervised to ensure the items reached intended beneficiaries without diversion.
Giving the breakdown of the largesse, Bamidele said he donated N250,000 to each of the 177 wards and N200,000 to each of the 16 council areas.
He further disclosed that a total of 5,380 bags of rice and 3,350 bags of beans were distributed to residents statewide. Other consumables, including 5,000 bags of salt and 50,000 (2kg) bags of garri, were also distributed, irrespective of political affiliation.
