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President Bola Tinubu has said his journey to the presidency was fraught with numerous obstacles, describing his emergence as Nigeria’s leader as the result of perseverance and divine intervention.

He stated this on Friday during the 15th National Executive Committee meeting of the All Progressives Congress at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja.

Tinubu also reflected on the challenges that confronted the country and his campaign in the build-up to the 2023 general election.

According to him, the period was marked by severe economic and social difficulties that tested the resolve of Nigerians.

He stated that the election period coincided with food shortages, the currency redesign policy and widespread fuel scarcity that led to long queues at petrol stations.

He recalled that many Nigerians endured significant hardship, with some unable to afford a single meal a day, stressing that the challenges were not insignificant but part of the difficult journey to the polls.

“I faced obstacles on my path to the presidency,” the President said.

Despite the setbacks, Tinubu attributed his eventual victory to God, saying his rise to the presidency was divinely ordained.

“God brought us here. I am a symbol of that God because, without Him, I wouldn’t be here. Governor Buni and Governor Uba Sani knew the obstacles on my path to the presidency. There was a wildfire, currency redesign chaos, and endless queues at filling stations. People died from hunger due to cash scarcity, all for one election,” Tinubu said.


According to him, the obstacles were enormous, but they underscored the need for gratitude and faith.

He urged Nigerians who believe in God’s work to remain faithful and thankful, despite prevailing challenges.

Tinubu also called for unity, tolerance and resilience in sustaining Nigeria’s democracy, warning that it must not be allowed to fail.

“We must continue to be resolute that this democracy we have taken into our hands must not fail,” he said.

Emphasising the importance of accommodation and inclusiveness, the President said leadership requires making room for others, even in times of difficulty.

Using a metaphor, the President urged citizens and leaders alike to show compassion to their neighbours, noting that mutual support strengthens society.

He further cautioned against the imposition of will in governance, describing it as a source of concern, and reiterated his belief that leadership is ultimately determined by God.

“God creates the opportunity for individuals, and if God says you will be there, you will be there,” Tinubu said.

ajailer:
PBAT, Akanda omo. Omo to se 'gun gbogbo awon elegan.

anonimi:
May 1, 2025

May Day: Hunger, unemployment, insecurity real— Tinubu

According to him: “The theme demands our collective attention and serves as a stark reminder of the need to create an environment where every worker feels safe, valued, and empowered to contribute to the growth and prosperity of our nation. As your President, I assure you that this administration is committed to creating such an environment for the common good.”

On the economic hardship, he noted that while it is a global phenomenon, its effects on Nigerians are particularly severe.

Tinubu said: “I am aware of the peculiarities of the economic hardship Nigerians face—rising living costs, hunger, insecurity, unemployment, and the loss of livelihoods. These challenges are real and demand definitive solutions, which I am poised to address as your President.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/05/may-day-hunger-unemployment-insecurity-real-tinubu/

tonesky:
Yes, same Obi suffered as he was rigged out.

jameshankss:
Arguing that Obi’s presidential bid would only work in favour of Tinubu, Soludo said, “Indeed, if I were Asiwaju Tinubu, I would even give Peter Obi money as someone heading one of the departments of his campaign, because Obi is making Tinubu’s pathway to victory much easier by indirectly pulling down PDP.”

Obi, according to Soludo, would only deplete the votes of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and pave the path for an APC victory.

He stated, “The current fleeting frenzy, if not checked, will cost Ndigbo dearly for years. The South-east has the lowest number of votes of any region, but it is also the only region where the presidential race might be a four-way race (it is a two-way race in the other five regions) thereby, ensuring that our votes won’t count in the making of the next president of Nigeria.

https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2022/11/15/soludo-i-wont-succumb-to-bullies-obi-knows-he-cant-win/

aariwa:
A criminal mandate thief that couldn’t face a free or fair election from Nigerians saying he faced obstacles. Clown….if February 2023 elections had happened the way every Nigerian including the European Union that gave Mahmoud 400m pounds to conduct electronic free and fair elections….tinubu wouldn’t not have gotten more than 500k votes at most

MEGAWATCH:
The obstacles you will face this time from sane Nigerians who wants democracy to grow in Nigeria will even force you to go back to Irigbiji your father's land.


If you are not Tinubu, please don't reply me.... I don't have time for Data boys.



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AqualinaXYZ:
Tinubu shut up your mouth abeg


My father is an Old fool

tonesky:
Yes, same Obi suffered as he was rigged out.

soil4soil:
Tinubu is really a pain in some people life. Whichever is your principal they can never get the presidency, unless you choose another person.

buzmanjohn:
https://punchng.com/i-faced-obstacles-on-my-path-to-presidency-tinubu-tells-apc-nec/