Democracy Day: I’m Prepared To Lay Down My Life For Nigeria – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Saturday, said he was prepared to lay down his life in order to uphold and defend Nigeria’s corporate existence.

Buhari said he made that commitment the day he joined the Nigerian Army as a young soldier.

Speaking in his June 12, 2021, Democracy Day speech, the president acknowledged that the country was going through a lot of challenges ranging from insecurity to the economy despite efforts put in by his administration.

Buhari recalled that Nigerians first elected him in 2015 with a strong belief that “I will put an end to the growing insecurity, especially the insurgency in the North East,” but noted that “the unintended consequences of our scattering them in the North East pushed them further in-country which is what we are now facing and dealing with.”

He, however, said “by the Grace of God” his administration would put the challenges to an end.

“Overcoming the present challenges is but one of a necessary process that we have to undergo as a nation so that we can come out stronger. The day I joined the Nigerian Army I was prepared to lay down my life for Nigeria.

“As your President I remain ever committed to upholding and defending Nigeria’s Corporate existence.

“In adhering to the Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy notably section 14(2)(b) I shall do all within my power to ensure that the Security and welfare of the people remain the primary purpose of government.

“I have, throughout my tenure, provided the security agencies with all they require relative to available resources and will be providing more as the dynamics unfold to put an end to our security problems.

“My strong belief in the Nigerian spirit gives me comfort that we are facing these challenges with renewed commitment to keep our country one.

“I thank you for your patience and attention and more importantly your resolve to join hands in making Nigeria the country of our dream,” said Buhari.