All Progressives Congress Ogun State Chapter endorses Tinubu for second term

The Ogun State Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday unanimously endorsed President Bola Tinubu for another term in office, describing his economic reforms as bold decisions that rescued Nigeria from economic collapse.

Penpushing reports that the endorsement took place at the Expanded Stakeholders Strategic Meeting of the party held at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, the state capital, and had in attendance party leaders and members across the state

The Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun described the endorsement as both strategic and deserved, emphasizing that extending the president’s mandate would allow ongoing reforms to be consolidated and sustained through 2031.

Penpushing further reports that he commended the president’s leadership, adding that he (Tinubu) demonstrated courage and clarity by confronting long-standing economic distortions, particularly the removal of fuel and foreign exchange subsidies.

“At a time when the economy had severely nosedived, our president rose with courage, conviction and clarity to take hard but necessary decisions aimed at repositioning Nigeria for sustainable development,” Abiodun said.

“Many of us thought fuel subsidy was the worst burden, but in reality, the foreign exchange subsidy — the multiple exchange rate system — was the bigger monster. On May 29, 2023, Mr President removed both, and that marked the beginning of genuine reforms’, he added.

Penpushing also reports that Abiodun, stated that the impact of the reforms is already evident, citing improved fuel availability, declining inflation, a stabilising naira, renewed investor confidence and foreign reserves now standing at about $45 billion.

The Governor equally highlighted major infrastructure projects initiated by the president, including the 700-kilometre coastal highway and the 1,000-kilometre Sokoto–Badagry superhighway, noting that Nigeria is once again attracting investors.

Penpushing reports that he recalled comments recently made by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), who described Tinubu’s reforms as the greatest enabler of Nigeria’s economic recovery.

The Governor added that the World Bank recently rated Nigeria as a benchmark for economic recovery, boasting that the foreign flights are now full of investors coming into the country, stressing that in Ogun State today, one cannot move 100 metres without seeing a new factory

Penpushing further reports that Abiodun speaking on party unity, expressed satisfaction with the turnout at the strategy meeting, describing it as a demonstration of the All Progressives Congress (APC’s) strength, cohesion and relevance.

The Governor emphasized that the strength of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has always been anchored on unity and fairness, boasting that united All Progressives Congress (APC) is unbeatable and urged leaders to continue closing ranks.

Penpushing also reports that Abiodun announced plans by his administration to build a befitting All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat in the state within six months, and equally reflected on his administration’s achievements.

The Governor listed major strides in infrastructure, housing, healthcare, job creation, youth and women empowerment, pointing out that over 7,000 housing units and several primary healthcare centres have been delivered across the state.

“Only yesterday, NNPCL commenced commercial oil drilling in Ogun Waterside. Our GDP now stands at ₦17 trillion. These achievements are not accidental; they are products of careful planning and vision,” he said.

Penpushing reports that he added that Ogun State is now ranked among Nigeria’s top-performing states and is often compared only with Lagos in terms of economic growth and development.

The Governor pledged to ensure a smooth and transparent transition to a successor when his tenure ends, while again commending President Tinubu for his consistent support for Ogun State.

“There is nothing I have asked of Mr President for Ogun State that he has not approved,” he said, disclosing that plans are underway to establish the largest dairy and cattle ranch in Ipokia Local Government Area and Yewa South through federal support’.

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