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Tinubu has what it takes for Nigeria’s growth — Minister
The Minister of State for Transportation, Prince Ademola Adegoroye, says that Sen. Bola Tinubu, the candidate of the APC in the 2023 presidential election, has what it takes for Nigeria’s growth.
This is contained in a statement by Mr Ebenezer Adeniyan, the Special Assistant on Media to the minister, on Monday in Akure.
The minister, who spoke during the APC stakeholders’ meeting of the Akure South Local Government Area, explained that Tinubu if elected, would use his vast experience to bring more prosperity and development to the country.
The Akure South Stakeholders General Meeting comprised all the party’s elders, leaders, local government, ward executive members, and 20 additional leaders from each of the 11 Wards.
Adegoroye said the meeting was borne out of the need to unite party members in the local government area ahead of electioneering campaigns and expressed optimism about the victory of the party in the 2023 general elections.
“Asiwaju Bola Tinubu is a thorough-bred politician who understands what the people need.
“He knows the grassroots and identifies with the masses. Asiwaju understands what the people want and I can assure you that it won’t take him long to settle down to work.
“This meeting is very important for us to rub minds and iron out whatever differences exist among party leaders and members so that our victory in 2023 can be total.
“All our candidates have to win convincingly and the only way we can do that is to unite as one big family,” Adegoroye said.
The minister, who said the APC stakeholders meeting would henceforth be held quarterly, also promised to support the weekly ward and unit meetings of the party in the local government.
Also at the meeting, the State Chairman of the party, Mr Ade Adetimehin, said he was overwhelmed with the turn-out of party leaders and members the meeting, saying this was the first time such a party meeting would be held in Akure South.
He commended Adegoroye for facilitating and hosting the meeting and birthing the new dawn in Akure South APC.
The party chairman, who appealed to angry party members to embrace reconciliation, added that such regular interactions would help foster unity in the party and enhance the chances of the candidates of the party in the coming elections.
Leaders of the party at the meeting included Prof. Olu Aderohunmu, Mr Idowu Otetubi, Dr S.B Akerele, Mr Femi Fadairo, as well as ward and local government officers of the party.
Others present included elected council officials led by the Chairman of Akure South Local Government, Mr Gbenga Olaniyi and the candidates of the party for 2023, led by Senatorial Candidate in Ondo Central, Mr. Niyi Adegbonmire.
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday arrived in Katsina to receive the remains of the former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday at the age of 82.
Just hours before the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, heartfelt tributes have continued to pour in from beneficiaries of his many charitable deeds, with many describing him as a man who never turned his back on the needy.
Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, Aminu Daura, a respected community elder, recalled how Buhari consistently provided foodstuffs during Ramadan for families, friends, widows, and orphans in his hometown.
“He never made noise about it, but many homes had food on their tables during fasting period because of him,” Daura said.
Abdullahi Sani, a physically-challenged man who received a tricycle from the Buhari Foundation in 2021, was overcome with emotion while speaking to NAN.
“I can move around and feed my family today because of Baba Buhari. I pray to Allah to reward him for giving hope to people like me,” he said, in tears.
Hajiya Fatima Yahaya, another resident, remembered Buhari’s acts of kindness during festive seasons.
“Even after he left office, his aides ensured that the usual support still reached us every year. He always remember his people,” she said, referring to his distribution of Sallah rams and food items to indigent families during Eid celebrations.
Other residents of Daura also shared memories of how the late former president quietly paid school fees and medical bills for struggling families, actions rarely publicized.
“Some of us benefited from his silent interventions. He was a true father and a great figure in the society,” said Ali Saidu.
On Monday night, Imams across various mosques in Daura held special Qur’anic recitations, praying for the forgiveness of Buhari’s sins and his eternal peace.
The Chief Imam of Daura Central Mosque, Sheikh Musa Kofar Barau, described Buhari as a humble leader whose legacy of service and compassion would remain alive in the hearts of the people.
Buhari is scheduled to be buried later on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in line with Islamic rites. The community is bracing to welcome thousands of mourners from across Nigeria and beyond.
His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has extended heartfelt condolences to President Bola Tinubu, the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, and the entire Nigerian people following Buhari’s death.
In a message of sympathy, the Moroccan monarch described the passing of the former Nigerian leader as a “sad occurrence,” expressing deep sorrow over the loss.
King Mohammed VI hailed Buhari as “an illustrious leader who worked untiringly to serve his country’s best interests and lead his people toward further progress and prosperity.”
He added: “Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the bereaved. I share your grief and want you to know how much I appreciated the working sessions I had with the deceased.”
Reflecting on their bilateral engagements, the king noted that his collaboration with Buhari led to the launch of promising development projects, “ushering a new era grounded in friendship and close cooperation between our two sister nations.”
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