Clark, who was happy to attain the age of 97, said that as the National Assembly reviews the 1999 Constitution, it was necessary to consider restructuring.
By Jeffrey Agbo
Elder statesman, Edwin Clark, on Saturday, called on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to restructure the country for the good of all.
The former Federal Commissioner of Information stated this during a church thanksgiving service held to mark his 97th birthday anniversary.
Clark, who was happy to attain the age of 97, said that as the National Assembly reviews the 1999 Constitution, it was necessary to consider restructuring.
“This country must be restructured. President Bola Tinubu should face the political problem of this country for the development of all regions.
“This country has to be restructured so that everybody will be equal; so that every Nigerian can aspire to the position he wants to be,” he said.
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) leader said he was at peace with his life and felt fulfilled.
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“I appreciate those who are taking care of my welfare and my security. I thank Nigerians too,” he said, calling for a more united Nigeria where there would be more jobs created for the youths.
Earlier, Assistant Priest of Saint James Anglican Church, Reverend Canon Bola Ogunyannwo, described the celebrant as an individual who has dedicated his life to serving God.
“He is a very humble man who God has blessed to achieve a lot for our nation. Who has sponsored so many persons to rise to greater positions. Politically, he has done his bit,” he said.
Ogunyannwo also said that so far, President Tinubu has achieved a lot with the signing of people-centred bills.