Ibekimi Oriamaja Reports.
The National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APCDeputy), Yakubu Murtala Ajaka, has stated that the party’s presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, is the leader Nigeria needs to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023.
Ajaka spoke at a town hall meeting with young Nigerians in Diaspora at Lambeth Town Hall in London.
The APC chieftain outlined the characteristics that the next President must possess, claiming that Asiwaju Tinubu is head and shoulders above other presidential candidates.
“Nigeria requires a bridge builder who is accommodating, resilient, has extensive knowledge of the people in all regions, and sees every Nigerian as his fellow countryman, regardless of our differences,” he said.
“Nigeria requires a patriotic leader who can offer those outside his geopolitical zone, tribe, and religion equal opportunities for self-actualization and service to the nation.” He should be a strong believer in the country’s potential.”
Ajaka believes that, of the three front-runners for the presidency, Asiwaju Tinubu is the leader the country needs at this critical juncture.
The chairman of the APC insisted that the party’s presidential candidate is fully qualified to lead the country starting in 2023.
“Without a doubt, the man with these sterling qualities is Asiwaju Tinubu, the former executive governor of Lagos State, Nigeria’s economic and commercial hub; a former high-ranking senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and National Leader of the APC before his election as the party’s presidential candidate,” he said.
“Tinubu has a strong and fruitful relationship with Nigerians from all geopolitical zones and states,” the statement said. His investment in relationship building distinguishes him as the best bridge builder Nigeria currently requires. His passion for youth development and engagement distinguishes him from the crowd.
“I am beyond doubt that only Asiwaju Tinubu, who understands youth better, can provide opportunities for our youth and young people in the Diaspora to participate in and contribute to the rebirth of a new Nigeria.”
“He has the advantage, unlike other candidates, of combining legislative and executive experience for a more united and prosperous Nigeria.” Asiwaju Tinubu was an outstanding governor in Southwest Nigeria, and he recruited Nigerians from other states to serve on his Exco. He instituted long-term policies that have continued to attract domestic and international investment to Lagos state, while the state’s people and government gain economic empowerment.”
