Yemi Obafemi
The President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Sunday night, asked Nigerians not to pity him over the difficult tasks ahead of him in the country.
He made this known during inauguration dinner and gala night.
Tinubu said he was well aware of the challenges facing the country and he was aware of the task he set out for and do not expect pity from Nigerians.
He rather asked Nigerians to hold him accountable on his promises, adding that he campaigned to be elected because of the challenges bedevelling the country.
“We have corruption, insecurity and many problems confronting us… but don’t pity me. I asked for the job. I campaigned for it. No excuses.
“I will live up to expectations, I promise you,”he added.