Nigeria marked its 63rd independence anniversary on October 1. The Envoy Nation, a UK-based church located in Leicester, served as a beacon of hope and inspiration for Nigerians worldwide.
Osunmakinde while addressing a diverse gathering at the Clock Tower in the City Centre, which included Nigerians, Britons, and other foreign nationals, issued a powerful call for unity. He further urged Nigerians to set aside their religious, political, and ethnic differences and to work together for the common good. Even in the face of the nation’s ongoing challenges, he reminded everyone not to lose hope.
“I know we are going through a very difficult period in our national life,” he said at the gathering at the Clock Tower at the City Centre which included Nigerians, Britons and other foreign nationals.
“The socio-economic status is at an all-time low. Look at the exchange. Look at the exchange rate of the naira to the pound sterling and dollar. But my message to Nigeria at 63 is that we must not give up on our nation. We must continue to believe in the greatness that lies in our nation.”
Former Lord Mayor of Leicester, Mr. George Cole, echoed these sentiments, describing Nigeria as a nation richly endowed with human and mineral resources.
He urged Nigerians to participate actively in politics, emphasizing the importance of individuals with integrity leading the way in shaping the nation’s future.
The church’s Director of Administration, Pastor Adewale Adesola in his Independence speech, underscored the significance of having faith in the government’s capacity to bring about essential changes in the country.
“We must organize ourselves to challenge weak and anti-people policies and speak with one voice. Much more, we must demonstrate patriotism and display sound societal values at all levels and everywhere we find ourselves. We must show faith and confidence in the fact that Nigeria shall fulfill its potential and become a great nation.” he noted.
