The Digest:
Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, has appealed to northern Nigeria's political leaders to support the president's bid for a second term. His call came during the 2025 Dialogue Session of the Northern Caucus of the National Forum of Former Legislators in Abuja.
Key Points:
- Gbajabiamila emphasized Tinubu's commitment to national unity and inclusive governance.
- He urged northern leaders to support Tinubu's re-election to consolidate the administration’s achievements.
- The Chief of Staff described Tinubu as a national leader who has prioritized equitable distribution of opportunities and projects across all regions.
- Gbajabiamila stressed that the North is benefiting from the administration’s policies, including infrastructure and reforms.
- Nnanna Igbokwe, Chairman of the Forum, commended the northern leaders for their support, calling it a bold and patriotic move.
- The Northern Caucus released a communiqué endorsing Tinubu’s second term, advocating for continuity and unity across the regions.
- The Forum affirmed that it is in the North's best interest for Tinubu to complete his tenure, furthering the goal of national unity.
Gbajabiamila’s call for northern support underlines the need for regional unity to ensure Tinubu’s re-election. The Northern Caucus’s backing is seen as a crucial step in consolidating the administration’s efforts toward national progress and stability.
Sources: Daily Post, Punch, Channels TV
