President Muhammadu Buhari has asked businessmen and
contractors that benefit from the government to give back to society through
corporate social responsibility projects.
The president said he does not want “cheques” or any form of
gratification from any organisation.
Garba Shehu, his senior special assistant on media and
publicity, said the president made the comment during a visit to Umar Faruk
Umar, the Emir of Daura, on Friday.
“We don’t want cheques from anyone or organisation as
returns or influence of any kind. Let them remember their Corporate Social
Responsibilities,” he said.
Buhari said he although he would love to visit Daura more
often, he doesn’t want to incur the high cost spent on presidential trips.
“We are known for farming and I have my farm here. I could
come every two weeks and no one can stop me. But the cost to the movement is
high,” he said.
“I would rather that it be used to better our schools,
clinics and hospitals.”
The president said the grace of God had kept Nigeria
together as a country in spite of differences that led to a 30 months civil
war.
“We want to thank God always for keeping us together as a
country,” he said.
“From January 15, 1966, the country was thrown into
political crisis. We had a 30 months civil war that resulted in the loss of
about a million lives.
“We still thank God for keeping us together. We remain
grateful to all those who showed interest in our unity and progress. May God
continue to bless them.”
The Emir of Daura thanked the president for always creating
time to visit despite his busy schedule.
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