Precious Nwonu, Enugu
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have called for sustained efforts towards national development as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.
In separate messages issued to commemorate the anniversary, the two institutions reflected on the country’s progress since independence and urged Nigerians to remain committed to building a better nation.
JAMB highlighted the changes Nigeria has experienced over the years, particularly in the area of technology, noting that its own evolution from paper-based examinations to computer-based testing mirrored the country’s broader transformation.
“From pen and paper to keyboards and screens, Nigeria has evolved, and JAMB has evolved with her,” the board said.
The examination body said the anniversary offered an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s achievements while remaining focused on future possibilities.
“As we celebrate another year of independence, we honour how far we’ve come and look ahead to all that is still possible,” JAMB added, while wishing Nigerians a happy Independence Day.
Similarly, EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, said Nigeria had recorded considerable progress in its nation-building efforts since gaining independence.
Olukoyede said independence had given Nigerians liberty and the opportunity to determine their own path as a nation.
“At 66, Nigeria has come a long way. Independence has offered us liberty and self-determination. We are also making considerable progress in nation building,” he said.
The EFCC chairman described the various development efforts in the country as important foundations for achieving the Nigeria citizens desire.
“All these efforts are significant. They are the building blocks of the greater nation we desire,” he said.
Olukoyede, however, stressed the need for ongoing reforms to be accompanied by a firm commitment to tackling corruption.
“Let’s therefore couple all our reform-focussed initiatives with zero tolerance for corruption. We cannot be building and allow corrupt practices vitiate our efforts,” he said.
He added that achieving sustained national progress would require Nigerians to reject compromises capable of undermining development efforts.
“Progress only comes with purposeful rejection of compromises. Nigeria will surely get better!” Olukoyede said.
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