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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accused opposition elements of attempting to intimidate him ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that he will not back down from his commitment to building the country.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the President made the remarks on Thursday during a meeting with the Renewed Hope Ambassadors at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
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The delegation was led by Hope Uzodimma, who also serves as Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum.
Tinubu said he remained resolute despite political pressure, stressing that no amount of intimidation would deter him from pursuing his administration’s agenda.
“They want to scare me off? It’s a lie. I’ve been through this path before… there is no better place than your own country, and no one can build it except you,” he said.
The President also took a swipe at opposition figures, accusing them of failing in their past attempts to privatise key national assets when they were in power.
Reflecting on his leadership, Tinubu described governance as a continuous process, noting that his administration is focused on correcting past challenges and moving the country forward.
He further assured Nigerians of his commitment to the rule of law, stating that his government would always respect lawful court orders and uphold democratic principles.
“We cannot submit to disobedience of a lawful order of a court… we must build one country with a common vision for progress and prosperity,” he added.
Tinubu also urged his supporters not to lose hope, encouraging them to continue engaging citizens and promoting the achievements of his administration at the grassroots level.
In his remarks, Uzodimma said the Renewed Hope Ambassadors initiative is aimed at deepening public understanding of government policies and translating them into relatable messages for Nigerians.
