President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the economic difficulties experienced by Nigerians as the “pain of a painful surgery,” reassuring citizens that the nation’s economy is on the path to recovery.
He made the remarks on Friday, during the coronation of Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland at Mapo Hall, Oyo State.
Addressing the gathering, Tinubu said, “To many of you here present, today I’m honoured and I’m very proud to give you the cheering news that the economy has turned the corner, there’s a bright light at the end of the tunnel.
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“Your suffering is a pain, a pain of a painful surgery, but it is now returned to the moment of growth and prosperity that’s awaiting us ahead.”
“Thank you for your perseverance. Thank you for your endurance and thank you for your understanding.”
The president arrived at Mapo Hall at 2:28 pm, accompanied by Governor Seyi Makinde, governors of Ondo, Osun, Ekiti, and members of the Federal Executive Council.
Oba Ladoja, who succeeded the late Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, was crowned earlier in the day, having received the traditional Akoko leaf at Labosinde Compound, Oja’ba, Ibadan, and the white crown at the Ose Meji Temple in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area.
The historic event attracted a wide array of dignitaries, including former governors, first-class monarchs, senators, and members of the House of Representatives.
Prominent traditional rulers present included the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III; Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade; and Olugbo of Ugbo Kingdom, Oba Fredrick Obateru Akinruntan.
