President Bola Tinubu say the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) must now focus on delivery of good governance to Nigerians, having won the presidency and other elective offices.
The president therefore urged the APC leadership, particularly elected officials, to be steadfast with good governance, which, he said, will re-engineer the economic and political landscape of the nation to address the needs of the poor.
Speaking at the 12th National Executive Council meeting of the party in Abuja, where former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje and Senator Basiru Ajibola emerged as the new National Chairman and National Secretary, on Thursday, respectively, the President pledged that his administration would continue to ensure that all government programmes benefit and uplift the masses of the country rather than bringing more pain.
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, revealed in a statement he signed titled ‘President Tinubu galvanizes APC leaders at NEC: effective implementation of ideas is paramount in addressing needs of the poor.’
In his first NEC address since his election victory, Tinubu said winning the election is only the beginning of a longer progressive journey.
He noted that responsive and accountable governance is a separate challenge that requires continuous effort.
“We are in the process of establishing fully a government of the people, for the people, and by the people.
“It is in my time that the subsidy has been removed, and it is now upon us to satisfy the yearnings of the poor in a larger, restructured economy,” President Tinubu declared.
“We have worked hard, and we have received the trophy. Winning an election is the first part of the process.
“What is next is good governance and quality service delivery. We must promote unity, peace, and love among all organs of the party.
“You are the makers and drivers of the party. When all passengers are inside the bus, the driver must not fall asleep. The brake must also work well. Party loyalty must exist. As I always say, those who cannot accept the result of a free and fair election do not deserve the joy of victory,” he said.
He urged party members to promote unity, stability, and camaraderie forged in common purpose among themselves, reiterating that nurturing the party should start from the grassroots level.
President Tinubu also called on the party faithful to train its sights squarely on development and prosperity for the country.
