Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo says engaging with the needs of
Nigerians in terms of security and welfare is the major concern of President
Muhammadu Buhari’s administration.
Osinbajo said this on Wednesday during a farewell courtesy
call by Edward Kallon, outgoing United Nations resident coordinator in Nigeria.
According to a statement issued by Laolu Akande, Osinbajo’s
spokesman, the vice-president said leaders must constantly engage with their followers
to build trust.
“You cannot avoid engaging with the people, (there is need
to engage) in such a way that you are trusted, and on an ongoing basis, people
should see that you are committed enough to their concerns,” the statement
reads.
“People must feel
that government is committed to their welfare, security and especially on
issues of healthcare and education of their children. So, a social compact is
crucial.
“As a matter of fact, it is both a current concern and
aspiration for those of us who have been fortunate to be elected into positions
in government and in the politics of our country.”
Osinbajo commended the support the country enjoyed from the
United Nations under the leadership of Kallon, saying that “we certainly enjoyed
the work that you did as UN resident coordinator for Nigeria for the past few
years”.
On his part, Kallon commended the president and
vice-president for the support he enjoyed during his tenure especially in
addressing concerns around humanitarian assistance.
He also commended Nigeria’s COVID-19 response, while
describing it as a “miracle”.
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