President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated the recitation of the National Pledge following the National Anthem during official and public engagements.
The directive was issued during his address at the groundbreaking ceremony of the 3,112 housing-unit Renewed Hope City in Karsana, Abuja, on Thursday.
President Tinubu emphasized the importance of reaffirming commitment to the values, greatness, and hope of the nation.
He stated, “It is our pledge to Nigeria, our country, to be faithful, loyal, and honest. To serve Nigeria with all your strength – we saw it on the field of play yesterday. We were all rejoicing.”
The President highlighted the positive and hopeful mindset, expressing confidence that Nigeria will excel despite challenges.
He concluded, “We will defend our unity and uphold Nigeria’s glory in every way possible because we are Nigerians, and we have no other country.”