Otunba Gbenga Daniel, the senator for Ogun East Senatorial District, has expressed hope that Nigeria has overcome the most challenging stage of its present problems, saying that President Bola Tinubu's economic and governance reforms are starting to show results.

Daniel made this statement on Sunday at his family's 21st Annual Thanksgiving Service, which was held at Abraham's Tabernacle in Sagamu, Ogun State, where fans, political allies, and religious leaders came to pray for the country.

Although the former governor of Ogun State admitted that the reform measures originally caused considerable suffering for the populace, he insisted that the nation is now seeing steady progress across important metrics.

"Above all, we are grateful to God Almighty for His grace. Beyond that, we also need to thank President Bola Tinubu, the Commander-in-Chief, for creating an atmosphere that allows individuals to flourish," Daniel stated.

Although he acknowledged that the early stages of the reforms were exceptionally difficult, particularly in light of growing inflation, he said that current trends point to a steady recovery.

We've seen a lot of difficulties lately. Inflation was high at first, but we're starting to hear that the debt profile is progressively declining. Despite these challenges, we are thankful to God and hopeful that this new year will go down in our nation's history as a memorable one," he said.

Responding to widespread public distrust of politicians, Daniel insisted that not all political leaders are dishonest, urging Nigerians to assess him based on his years of service and public conduct.

“I have been engaged in public service and leadership for over 23 years. If in those years no one has been able to point out a single lie, I have told or anything I said that turned out to be untrue, then Nigerians should judge me accordingly,” he said.

Daniel further expressed confidence in Nigeria’s future, declaring that the nation is steadily emerging from its difficulties and pointing to growing spiritual support as a positive sign.

“I have always said that things can only get better. The worst is over. Gradually and steadily, we are seeing positive signs. When you see over 200 clergymen gathered simply to pray for Nigeria, it tells me that we are making progress. I strongly believe this year will be a good one for our nation,” he added.

He also thanked religious leaders and supporters for their prayers, encouraging Nigerians to remain hopeful, steadfast and prayerful despite lingering challenges.

Meanwhile, former Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Ogun State, Senator Ladi Adebutu, also expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, urging citizens not to lose hope during the present difficulties facing the nation.

Adebutu said divine intervention would play a crucial role in Nigeria’s recovery, describing God as a source of grace and mercy who would turn the situation around.

“This is a delicate time for the nation, particularly when things are difficult. But God is a God of grace and mercy, and I believe He will minister unto this nation such that things will get better. We should not lose hope; better days are coming,” he said.

Preaching from Psalms 50:23 earlier in his lecture, the guest preacher, Reverend Wale Oke, highlighted the significance of giving thanks and urged Christians to make it a regular spiritual practice.

King David received many blessings as a result of his constant praise and appreciation, according to Reverend Oke, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, who also emphasised that thanksgiving moves God's throne.

Chief Kensington Adebutu, former Nigerian Ambassador to the United Kingdom Sarafa Tunji Isola, Senator Ladi Adebutu, and other notable visitors attended the thanksgiving service.