President Muhammad Buhari assures The All Progressive Congress APC presidential candidates of his support ahead of the presidential election, saying Tinubu and Shettima are committed to the country’s unity and progress.
Nigeria’s President made the call in a statement on Thursday evening, a few days after the Tinubu campaign questioned the government’s naira redesign policy and also called for the suspension of Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele.
Buhari reiterated that Tinubu has consistently showcase his commitment to democratic principles and to lasting solutions
The President stated that Tinubu, alongside his running mate Kashim Shettima, are deeply committed to the country’s unity and progress and that he is proud to support them. He said:
“Today we took the APC campaign message to Sokoto State. The candidate of our party, Bola Tinubu, and his running mate, Kasim Shettima, are capable men who understand the problems of Nigeria, are problem-solvers, and are deeply committed to the country’s unity and progress.
“I will continue to say this: I have known and associated with Asiwaju for more than 20 years, and I am proud to support him as the Presidential candidate of our Party.
“In every facet of his political life—including as Senator, and as two-term Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria’s economic and financial hub, and home to diverse people from across Nigeria—he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to democratic principles and to lasting development.
