Nigerians living abroad have officially thrown their weight behind President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima’s bid for a second term in office, citing significant progress achieved under their administration.
The declaration came during a dinner event held Saturday in Abuja, themed “Two Years of Impact: Honouring President Tinubu and the Voices of Renewed Hope.” The gathering marked the administration’s mid-term milestone and drew prominent members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and diaspora stakeholders.
Mr. Ade Omole, who previously served as the Director of the defunct 2023 APC Diaspora Campaign Directorate, announced the proposal for Tinubu’s re-election at the event. His motion was seconded by several other diaspora figures, including Hajia Khairat Animashaun-Ajiboye, an APC chieftain and former Lagos governorship aspirant.
In his address, Omole emphasized that the event was not just a celebration, but an honest recognition of the administration’s achievements. “This is not praise singing, but truth-telling—bearing witness to the great works being done by the Tinubu-led administration in the last two years,” he stated.
He noted that under Tinubu, Nigeria had experienced notable progress across critical sectors, despite navigating difficult socio-economic circumstances. “Today, we gather as those nourished by the roots of a vision and witnesses to the fruits of leadership that is bold—even in turbulent times,” he said.
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Omole acknowledged that while Nigeria still faces challenges, “we have turned the corner and the light at the end of the tunnel is now in sight.” He attributed this to the administration’s deliberate focus on reforms and strategic policies that prioritize national transformation.
Among the key accomplishments highlighted were economic reforms, infrastructure upgrades across the federation, strides in education, improved security measures, and an uptick in foreign direct investment. These developments, he said, reflect the practical implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Yes, the reforms have been bold and the choices not always easy, but we must remind ourselves that real leadership doesn’t seek applause—it seeks results,” Omole remarked.
He called on Nigerians, both at home and in the diaspora, to deepen their engagement with the national project. “The motion is rooted in belief, patriotism, and Renewed Hope,” he said, emphasizing the diaspora’s confidence in Tinubu’s vision for the country.
The event concluded with a passionate appeal for unity, inclusive growth, and collective responsibility in shaping Nigeria’s future. “President Tinubu has led. His team has delivered. It is now up to the people to believe and build an enviable society for all,” Omole concluded.
The gathering ended on a note of optimism, with attendees affirming that the future must be actively created through collaborative national effort, rather than passively awaited.
NAN
