The Dan Amanar Funne Emirate and President of the Funab Group of Companies Ltd, Alhaji Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary, while urging government at all levels to take decisive steps in tackling insecurity, poverty, and governance challenges that continue to hinder the nation’s progress.
Too many Nigerians still grapple daily with poverty, food insecurity, unemployment, unreliable power and healthcare, and the grave threats of insecurity in farming communities and urban centres alike. Transparency and governance challenges continue to dampen the impact of government policies.”
— Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia
The Dan Amanar Funne Emirate and President of the Funab Group of Companies Ltd, Alhaji Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary, while urging government at all levels to take decisive steps in tackling insecurity, poverty, and governance challenges that continue to hinder the nation’s progress.
In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja and signed by his Director of Communications, Malam Abdulrahman Aliagan, Ajia described Nigeria as “a country of immense potential, rich culture, and resilient people,” noting that despite modest macroeconomic stabilisation recorded in 2025 — including easing inflation and cautious steps toward recovery — millions of citizens still face harsh living conditions.
“Too many Nigerians still grapple daily with poverty, food insecurity, unemployment, unreliable power and healthcare, and the grave threats of insecurity in farming communities and urban centres alike,” he said. “Transparency and governance challenges continue to dampen the impact of government policies.”
Ajia emphasised that the 65th Independence Anniversary should not only be a moment of celebration but also a call to action. He listed key priorities for government, including securing farmlands, tackling poverty with targeted social interventions, strengthening governance and fighting corruption, and deliberately investing in youth, education, healthcare, and human capital development.
Addressing Nigerian youths, whom he called “the beating heart of the nation,” Ajia urged them not to lose hope. “Better days will come if we collectively insist on accountability, innovation, and hard work. Your resilience, creativity, and determination will be the foundation of Nigeria’s brighter tomorrow,” he assured.
He concluded by calling on Nigerians to recommit themselves to building a country where “the promise of prosperity and security is no longer a distant dream but a lived reality for all citizens.”
