By Bello Wakili
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to sustain the ongoing reforms and accelerate national development, with renewed emphasis on security, economic growth, infrastructure, agriculture, education and improved welfare for Nigerians.
The President gave the assurance at the APC presidential campaign rally in Jigawa State, where he called on Nigerians to remain united and support his administration’s development agenda.
He said the Federal Government was committed to addressing the country’s challenges through policies and programmes that would improve living conditions, create employment opportunities and strengthen the economy.
President Tinubu stressed that his administration would continue to invest in critical sectors, particularly healthcare, education, agriculture and infrastructure, noting that sustainable development required deliberate investment in human capital and the expansion of economic opportunities across the country.
On security, the President assured Nigerians that his administration would continue to strengthen the capacity of the armed forces and other security agencies through improved equipment, better operational support and enhanced welfare.
He specifically pledged improved salaries and working conditions for security personnel, saying that those risking their lives to protect the country deserved adequate recognition and support.
He also called for collective commitment to national unity and progress, assuring the people that the Federal Government would not relent in implementing programmes aimed at improving security, strengthening the economy and delivering development to communities across the country.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, in his remarks, highlighted federal government projects in Jigawa, including road construction, Renewed Hope housing and the proposed railway project linking Nigeria to Maradi in the Niger Republic.
He also cited federal support for farmers and called on the people of the state to support President Tinubu’s second-term ambition.
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, commended the President for the development projects being executed in the state and assured him of the people’s support.
The Director-General of the Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, said the impact of democracy and the Tinubu administration’s reforms was being felt across the country, particularly in Northern Nigeria.
He also recalled President Tinubu’s support for northern aspirants who contested for the presidency at different times.
Speaking on behalf of the Progressive Governors, Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu urged the people of Jigawa to support President Tinubu’s re-election, citing federal projects in the state.
He also recalled the President’s support for the late Muhammadu Buhari to complete his eight-year tenure.
The President’s Political Adviser, Ibrahim Masari, said the presence of prominent Northern leaders at the rally demonstrated the region’s participation in the political process and support for President Tinubu.
President Tinubu also commissioned development projects in the state, including a skills acquisition centre, three hundred tractors provided by the state government, one hundred tractors by the Federal Government and sixty combined harvesters, as well as a road linking the Old Police Station to the Emir’s Palace.
The projects are expected to promote skills development, improve agricultural productivity and enhance road connectivity.
Editing By Yusuf Zubairu
