A new beginning

Still, our nation's teachings oblige me to honour this meeting, explain positions and to accord you the audience and courteousness. I do so willingly, delightedly and faithfully, appreciating that some of you are my parents, some are friends and others are fellow citizens who partake in the delicate stakes of building our nation's future.   It is not your approval I seek though.  It means infinitely more to me to receive the approval of your children, your grand-children and your great grand-children than to win your honour.  I live everyday of my life hoping and praying I will not turn out to be a disappointment to them.

Ideals, then
We grew up proud citizens, believing that in our nation, every child can harbour dreams about themselves and for their nation; believing that every child and adult deserves to reach as high as their imagination and diligence can thrust them;