My Emergence as President Was God’s Plan

My Emergence as President Was God’s Plan – Tinubu
Tinubu stressed the need to strengthen electoral institutions and improve internal democratic processes within political parties
Tinubu said he remained dedicated to preserving democratic values and promoting unity across Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said his emergence as Nigeria’s leader was part of a divine plan, as he reaffirmed his commitment to democratic governance and the rule of law.

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the president made the remarks during an interfaith iftar at the Presidential Villa where he hosted members of the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and leaders of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC).

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In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu stressed the need to strengthen electoral institutions and improve internal democratic processes within political parties.

The president also advocated the adoption of direct primaries, noting that the system would enable more party members to participate actively in selecting candidates for elective offices.

Describing himself as a committed democrat, Tinubu said he remained dedicated to preserving democratic values and promoting unity across Nigeria.

Reflecting on his role in the struggle for democracy, the president recalled his involvement in the pro-democracy movement under the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO).

“Some of us had been bruised struggling for it. We were detained, we protested, we had street demonstrations, we went into exile and all of that. We formed NADECO,” he said.

“I followed the leadership destiny that God has chosen for me. There’s no doubt about it.”