Godswill Akpabio Quotes
born 1962 Nigeria
Also known as: Godswil Akpabio
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Do not despair when the winds blow strong or the scaffolding shakes.
I hope you know we are also labourers. We are all labourers.
We meet again in this chamber — preserved by the mercy of Almighty God and entrusted once more with the noble charge of legislating for our Republic.
Together, we shall reach and surpass the expectations of the Nigerian people regarding us, and our roles in building a better, safer, more inclusive, prosperous, efficient and ethical country.
It is therefore fitting that we return not merely to our seats, but to our solemn duty as custodians of the people's trust and stewards of their welfare.
We shall continue to support every lawful effort that strengthens our national security architecture because peace is the first infrastructure of development.
When elected into the National Assembly, whether in the Senate or the House of Representatives, your constituents will not give you boxing gloves. It's not a boxing tournament.
Our Senate, the 10th Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, will be a Senate for all Nigeria.
Let me seize this opportunity to urge my compatriots to be patient with your government as we lay again the foundations of this house.
Insecurity is not selective. It tests our collective resolve and reminds us that peace is not inherited — it must be constantly defended.
"As the most ranked Christian in government, God has specially and graciously transformed and prepared me for the task ahead. I belong to all denominations, but I am lucky and happy to be a Catholic."
Today, I stand before you humbled, honoured, and filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and responsibility as I acknowledge and accept your call to serve as the President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Those who want to protest can protest, but let us be here eating
Amnesty berates Akpabio over ‘reckless’ comment against Nigerians 1st August 2024, Premium Time.
We will, as a forward-looking Senate, pass laws that emphasise economic viability, social acceptability and environmental sustainability, to encourage alternate and green technologies without prejudicing our developmental needs.
Our laws must, therefore, align with the vision of Mr. President to protect and provide for our people at the innermost core of their essence while our actions must also guarantee the best and most efficient use of our national commonwealth.