Tinubu group replies Atiku, says fuel subsidy can’t possibly return
By Ali Baba-Inuwa
The Tinubu Must Stay (TMS), one of President Bola Tinubu Support Group for 2027 poll, says former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s promise to return fuel subsidy, if elected as the president was impossible.
Engr. Ibrahim Said Uba, the Convener of the group stated at the unveiling of the group in Dutse, Jigawa State on Tuesday.
Uba described the promise as a political statement that lacked empirical backing.
“Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar recently spoke about bringing back fuel subsidy. Nigerians should carefully examine such proposals and ask for the economic details: How will it be funded? What will be the cost to government? And what will be the long-term impact on our economy?
“Nigerians should be careful and understand that we have passed the stage where political promises should be accepted without asking questions about how they will be implemented.
“We are also entering a political period, and naturally, opposition parties will use the challenges facing the country as part of their campaign messages,” he said.
Uba urged Nigerians to remain focus on their quest for the development of the country, by supporting the reelection of the president in the 2027 general elections.
“Asiwaju has demonstrated his commitment to major capital projects across the country. Look at the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway, the ongoing railway projects, and the Kano–Jigawa–Katsina–Maradi railway project, among others.
“These are projects that will have long-term economic and transportation benefits for our people. The Federal Government has also reported substantial progress on the Kano–Jigawa section of the railway project.
“Even you, members of the press, can be witnesses to some of these developments. When you travel along the Kano–Gaya axis, you can see ongoing infrastructure and railway construction. The administration is also implementing major road and infrastructure projects across different parts of the country.
“The Federal Government has identified the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway and other major road projects among its ongoing infrastructure investments.
“We also recognise that Nigeria is still facing challenges, particularly insecurity. We are not saying that all the problems have been solved.
“But it is important for Nigerians to understand that this administration has continued to demonstrate commitment to confronting these challenges.
“Before this administration, the story was different in many areas. Today, we are witnessing developments in roads, railways, agriculture, energy and other sectors.
“The Federal Government itself has highlighted major infrastructure projects across the country as part of its Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Our brothers and sisters from the North should also kindly remember the political history of Nigeria. The late President Muhammadu Buhari received significant political support from people across the Southern part of the country and completed his eight-year tenure. During that period, Nigerians continued to participate in our democratic process without making every political disagreement a do-or-die affair.
“Therefore, those making the slogan “Tinubu Must Go” should also go back and study our political history and avoid unnecessary sentiments. Nigerians have the right to support whoever they choose, but our political discussions should be based on facts, development and the future of our country.
“Last but not least, let me assure Nigerians that we initiated the Tinubu Must Stay (TMS) movement long ago, before some of these current political developments and campaigns began.
“Our message is simple: we believe President Bola Ahmed Tinubu deserves the opportunity to continue with the programmes and projects of his administration.
“And to those who are still undecided or who oppose our position, we say: come and examine the records, the projects and the policies. Let us engage constructively and allow Nigerians to make their own informed decisions in 2027.”
