President Muhammadu Buhari assured during the Progressive Governors’ Forum members (PGF) visit, led by Atiku Bagudu, the Forum’s chairman.
Citing the outcome of the elections in Ekiti, Anambra, and Osun State, President Buhari stated that the All Progressive Congress (APC) would continue to ensure we leave behind strong-political institutions that reflect voters’ choices through non-interference in elections.
“I want Nigerians to know that we respect them and for us to show that we will allow them to vote whom they want. We all witnessed what happened in Anambra, Ekiti, and Osun States gives hope that we are succeeding,” says President Buhari.
“In six months, Nigerians will appreciate the government of APC that we are sincere and we respect them,’’ he added.
For the 2023 elections, President Buhari said the government would also ensure that Nigerians are not intimidated or humiliated by those in positions of the more privileged.
President Buhari urged the party’s political leaders to intensify efforts in “thinking, meeting and strategising for the 2023 elections.’’
During his remarks, the PGF chairman appreciated the President for his leadership guided by wisdom and foresight, affirming that the Nigerian economy had grown despite challenges; 3.5% growth in the second quarter, from 3.1% in the first quarter of the year. Various infrastructure projects are ongoing across Nigeria, and the social intervention programme is expanding, Atiku Bagudu stated.
Finally, the Kebbi State governor commended Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha and the Chief of Staff to the President, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, for their steadfastness and stewardship.
