Nigerians must be hopeful of a brighter future -Fauziya Buhari-Ado

By Jude Opara, Abuja

As Nigerians continue to struggle with harsh economic situations, the Special Assistant to the Governor of Kaduna state on School Feeding Programme, Dr. Fauziya Buhari – Ado has called on the people to remain hopeful of a brighter future.

Buhari – Ado who was recently honored as one of the most notable 100 Africans at a Business investment Summit in Kigali, Rwanda assured that Nigeria, just like other African countries would surely get over the challenges of underdevelopment it is grappling with presently.

In a statement on Wednesday, Buhari-Ado appealed to Nigerians never to lose hope in the country because what is currently happening is a phenomenon that will soon be over.

She said; “Never, never give up. Africa is rich. We have talented people. Let us put our hands together and make a difference in our own little ways. The economic hardship Nigerians are going through is evident but yet not peculiar to the country.

“Yet the world knows how resilient Nigerians are as demonstrated by our presence here. Let us pray for our dear country Nigeria as we remain positive and hopeful of a brighter future and the rest of the continent.”

Buhari – Ado who spoke at the occasion on the Role of Women in Driving Transformative Change in the Society called for concerted efforts in addressing the social -economic challenges facing the African continent.

Reminiscing how she had to sacrifice her personal business endeavours and time to boost school enrolment and retention among vulnerable and underprivileged pupils through the school feeding programme in Kaduna state, she charged fellow awardees not to relent in their respective efforts to impact positively on their societies in the African continent.

She expressed appreciation to Governor Uba Sani and several spirited individuals in Kaduna state over their invaluable support and contribution towards the successful enrollment of no fewer than 25,000 school pupils spread across the 23 local councils in the school feeding programme of the state.

Governor of Zamfara, Gov. Dauda Lawal who was among the awardees at the occasion spoke on the theme, “Fostering Collaboration and Networking Among Business, Governance, and Security Stakeholder Leaders Across the African Continent.

The Governor explained that with flexible networks and reliable collaborations, Africa can seamlessly move faster towards fruition.

The event Convener, Amb. Kingsley Amafibe, remarked that the 100 Most Notable African Leadership and Business Summit remains a beacon for the actualization of the African dream, with regards to innovative business ideas and responsible leadership.

The summit featured dynamic panel discussions, resounding presentations, invaluable networking opportunities, engaging tourism sessions, and a grand All-White Gala Night to honor those who have made immense contributions to community development, impact in their home countries, and the world at large.