- Improve Grassroots Delivery, Tinubu Tells APC Governor
- Tinubu also appreciated the votes of confidence expressed by various chapters of the party
- Assured party leaders that ongoing reforms will starting to produce positive outcomes
President Bola Tinubu has called on governors elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC) to step up their efforts in delivering development and democratic benefits, noting that grassroots complaints persist across the country.
Globalreport can authoritatively confirmed that President Tinubu made the appeal during the 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the ruling party, held on Thursday at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Stressing the need for governance that prioritizes the people, the President stated:
“Nigerians are still complaining at the grassroots. To you, the governors, you have to wet the grass more and lead the way in delivering progressive change. We need to strengthen our grassroots mobilisation and unity. We must not relent.”
The President also appreciated the votes of confidence expressed by various chapters of the party, describing them as a source of motivation to deepen commitment and performance at all levels of government.
“I am deeply grateful for the confidence vote expressed today and the ones earlier expressed at the zonal chapters. We must meet regularly to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and unity,” he added.
President Tinubu revealed plans to construct a new national secretariat for the party, stating that the current Muhammadu Buhari House in Wuse II, Abuja, is no longer sufficient for the party’s needs.
“We should leave a legacy of development. The governors are here 23 of them to work with the Minister of the FCT. We should form a committee of Progressive Governors to identify appropriate land for a befitting party secretariat,” he proposed.
Addressing the state of the economy, the President assured party leaders that the ongoing reforms were starting to produce positive outcomes, noting that the country was now on a more stable and promising path.
“We have seen the trend of economic recovery, and I promise to work even harder to ensure the core values of our party are upheld. Now that the economy is stabilising, there is no fear, only progress and sustained growth. I can assure you of that,” he stated.
On the issue of security, President Tinubu stated that thousands of terrorists and bandits have been neutralised, adding that the overall atmosphere of fear among Nigerians is gradually diminishing.
“You can see the fear is going down, but we must remain serious and vigilant. We need to invest more in our people, support them, and ensure they feel secure. Security is non-negotiable,” he said.
President Tinubu welcomed Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta, and other recent defectors to the All Progressives Congress (APC), assuring them that the party remains inclusive and open to all.
He also congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo on the Supreme Court’s confirmation of his candidacy as the APC flagbearer for the upcoming Edo State governorship election.
“We saw his dancing steps after the judgment,” Tinubu said with a smile.
Commending the recent launch of Edo Line, he pledged continued collaboration with party stakeholders nationwide.
“Those working with me to ensure a sovereign food guarantee for our country — we will continue to work hard for Nigerians and listen to your inputs to achieve our national goals,” he added.
Tinubu ended his remarks with a prayer:
“May God bless our democracy and give us more fertile lands.”
The NEC meeting was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima; Senate President Godswill Akpabio; Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu; APC governors; former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo; and other party leaders.
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