The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has called on Nigerians to be more united for the common purpose of building a country that meets the best expectations of all Nigerians, Newspremises reports.

Citing the well-known aphorism, United We Stand and Divided We Fall, Gbajabiamila said unity is priceless, urging every Nigerian to drop their sentiments and work together for a better nation.

In a message marking Nigeria's 61st Independence Anniversary, the Speaker re-echoed the fact that Nigeria is "the only country we can call our own," noting that, "As far as I am concerned, there is no country on earth like Nigeria, and I know every patriotic Nigerian holds this view."

He added that Nigerians must all work together to fulfil the dream of a nation of peaceful coexistence and abundant prosperity.

He said in the past 61 years, Nigeria has grown and developed beyond imagination, though he recognised the fact that, "We still have significant challenges we must overcome together."

Speaker Gbajabiamila said Nigerian leaders were doing their best to see an end to the challenges facing Nigeria, especially the insecurity across the country.

He noted that such efforts required the support of all citizens, irrespective of political affiliations.

The Speaker reassured Nigerians that the 9th Assembly would always give the necessary legislative interventions to other arms of government to smoothen the task of governance.

thesicilian:
Let's be realistic, there cannot be peaceful coexistence in the midst of such overwhelming government apathy towards tackling insecurity.

Can two walk together, except they be agreed?

Everyone is crying out for peace yeah, none is crying out for justice. I don't want no peace, I need equal rights and justice.

Aufbauh:
As far as I am also concerned, there is no country on earth like Nigeria, and I know every patriotic Nigerian holds this view.

For those calling others 'Unity beggars', it's better and more dignifying to be a 'Unity beggar' than a 'Freedom beggar'.

As far as I'm concern freedom beggars are conscientious slaves. I can't be in my own country which I am supposed to be a stakeholder and be begging or wailing everyday for freedom. It's an aberration!

Aufbauh:
As far as I am also concerned, there is no country on earth like Nigeria, and I know every patriotic Nigerian holds this view.

For those calling others 'Unity beggars', it's better and more dignifying to be a 'Unity beggar' than a 'Freedom beggar'.

As far as I'm concern freedom beggars are conscientious slaves. I can't be in my own country which I am supposed to be a stakeholder and be begging or wailing
everyday for freedom. It's an aberration!

I can't because of my family challenges which I feel other families go through as well, deny my paternity or identity. I'll stay put and contribute my own quota to make it work.

If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small

"Winners never quit, and quitters never win"