A united people, striving to achieve a common good for all members of the society, will always emerge victorious.
Statement on the Occasion of 83rd Birthday (2012)
The best way in which we can address social and economic inequalities in our country is by ensuring that all our people, especially the youth, are provided with quality education.
Statement on the Occasion of 83rd Birthday (2012)
I intend to undertake certain causes that are dear to my heart and be ready to assist national, regional and international efforts, especially in the areas of poverty eradication, people with disabilities, food production through agriculture and infrastructure development.
Statement at 59th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (2004)
If I am allowed to elaborate on the important aspect of peace, security and stability, it is common knowledge that the on-going debate about the need for social, economic and political reforms in Africa centres on issues of peace, security and development. These are viewed as necessary conditions for social stability and the promotion of human security.
The maintenance of peace and stability in the country is imperative for socio economic development. Where there is no peace and stability, surely, there will be no meaningful development. Therefore, we must ensure the smooth transition, from generation to generation, to build on past successes, and progress to new generation.
Speech at 86th Birthday Celebrations (2015)