- Safiu Kehinde
President Bola Tinubu has hailed the state governors under the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the conduct of the party’s primaries in respective states.
Tinubu expressed his satisfaction with the organisation and coordination of the process which, according to him, is going as planned.
The President made this known while addressing newsmen after casting his vote at his ward in Ikoyi area of Lagos State.
NPO earlier Reported Tinubu’s arrival at Ward E Ikoyi II alongside First Lady Oluremi Tinubu.
The President was received by the APC leaders in the state led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Speaking after voting, he commended Sanwo-Olu and other state governors while harping on the need for engagement in grassroot politics.
“It has been going on very well according to plan. This is politics, grassroot politics where every member of the party has the right to participate and be involved to ensure that we have an internal democracy.
“I am very satisifed that these governors have done well in their various states.
“From the Ward Congresses to Local Government Congresses, to the delegates accreditation, validation, members register, to the certification of the electoral process. It is been on very well.” Tinubu said.
He reiterated that APC remains committed to transparent and inclusive democratic processes that give party members at the grassroots the opportunity to freely choose their leaders and representatives, emphasising that their involvement remains the foundation for sustainable democratic development.
Tinubu also praised electoral officials, party leaders, and security agencies for ensuring the exercise was conducted peacefully and credibly, and urged Nigerians to continue supporting democratic institutions and national unity.
The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to democratic ideals, good governance, and policies to improve the welfare of Nigerians while strengthening political stability nationwide.