Governor Hope Uzodimma says All Progressives Congress members remain steadfast in backing President Bola Tinubu, despite widespread hardship and growing disillusionment due to his harsh economic policies.
He made the remarks while briefing journalists following a closed-door meeting with progressive governors and ministers in Abuja on Wednesday.
Mr Uzodimma, chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, said despite loud opposition, Mr Tinubu was succeeding through reform-focused governance.
“At the beginning of this administration, opposition voices were very loud in criticising the government’s reform policies. But today, the president is being vindicated,” Mr Uzodimma said.
He added that international bodies such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund are now commending Mr Tinubu’s bold reforms and governance direction.
Speaking on the attendees, the governor said the APC practised partisan democracy where all elections are conducted through political party sponsorship.
“This government was produced by all progressive governors. Every person here today is an APC member, regardless of their official position. We’ve come together to congratulate ourselves and Nigeria on recent developments,” Mr Uzodimma stated.
He said they also discussed how best to support APC members and Nigerians who remain committed despite distractions.
Mr Uzodimma said the forum was working to find better ways to serve Nigeria as a party.
“We have a duty to support this brave man, who is committed to Nigeria’s progress,” the governor stated.
On Mr Tinubu’s upcoming second anniversary in office, Mr Uzodimma said the APC was prepared to mark achievements and reflect on challenges.
“The APC National Working Committee will soon unveil the anniversary programmes and events, with full participation,” he said.
Information minister Mohammed Idris called the parley an internal APC meeting.
“This was a family meeting of APC governors, ministers and National Working Committee members,” Mr Idris said.
He noted they came together to review the administration’s performance as it approaches the midterm mark.
“We are pleased with what has been achieved so far. There’s much to showcase,” Mr Idris said.
He added that the party would intensify efforts to educate Nigerians about the government’s achievements before the midterm.
Mr Idris added that the government also plans to collect feedback from Nigerians to improve future performance. He stressed that the APC is a large family, and meetings like this help reflect and plan for the future.
“We aim to collectively ensure Nigeria achieves the prosperity President Tinubu promised on taking office,” he said. “In spite of challenges, we’re on the right path, and with God’s help, Nigeria will succeed.”
