President Muhammadu Buhari received Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and members of his immediate family, who paid him a Christmas tribute at the Presidential Village, Abuja on Saturday.
The Nigerian News Agency (NAN) reports that the vice president was accompanied by his wife and children during the visit.
NAN noted that the vice president, who spent Christmas in Abuja for the first time in the past six and a half years, offered special prayers for the overall progress of the country, as well as for the well-being of the first family and citizens.
The vice president, who also spoke with State House correspondents, described the visit as memorable.
“I thought it would be good to come and greet Mr. President and wish him a Merry Christmas.
“I usually spend Christmas in Lagos with my family, but this Christmas we are in Abuja. So, we think it’s good to come say hello to Mr. President and wish him a Merry Christmas, talk and have a good time.
“I came with the whole family,” he said.
Mr. Osinbajo also took the opportunity to reassure Nigerians “about the unwavering determination and genuine commitment of the Buhari administration to live out enduring legacies in critical economic sectors for posterity.”
He said the challenges facing Nigeria “may be daunting, but not insurmountable in the later stage of the administration.”
The vice president, who described the president as a good example of an incorruptible leader, praised him for “his tireless efforts to transform and improve the nation’s economy.” (YAYA)