I have contributed immensely to Nigeria more that any Presidential aspirant – Tinubu

I have contributed immensely more that any Presidential aspirant – Tinubu

Former Lagos State Governor, and All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential aspirant, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that he has contributed more towards the development of Nigeria than any other presidential aspirants in the country, saying his strides over the years has shown that the country needs him just as he also needs it.

The presidential hopeful said this at a one-day event tagged retrospecting democratic journey in Nigeria for speakers, deputy speakers, ex-speakers and ex-deputy speakers of state House of Assembly themed: ‘The Legislature, Changing Times and Nigeria’s Democratic Journey’ Tinubu said Nigeria has all it takes, brilliance, resources, focus but lack the knowhow to run the race and the gear of progress.

He stated that his joy will not be full if Nigeria’s passport is not one he would be proud of, stating that he rallied for the support of the former speakers and their deputies for him to be elected president of Nigeria in 2023. But the dream never materialise.

He said: “As I need Nigeria, Nigeria needs me. I have been a good example of grit, daring, and resourceful and I have never lost a single election. In the face of tyranny, I have survived the struggle for democracy; the twist and turns of it, including leaving in exile.

“I have contributed immensely more than any other person running today. I equally have it better when it comes to legislative experience, I am married to a senator, and I have allowed her to practice her religion.”

He implored the visiting legislators not to stand alone, but stay, glued and bonded to be one, because the task to make Nigeria one is a task to be done and he could do it.

The chairman of Conference of Speakers in Nigeria Legislatures, and Bauchi State Speaker, Abubakar Suleiman, noted that members of the state assembly are critical stakeholders in democracy as the most closest to the people.

Suleiman described Tinubu as a great leader with character and sacrifice, who places premium on the welfare of party members.

“We are well abreast of your aspiration of wanting to be president of Nigeria and as legislators we would be willing to work with you if given the opportunity to be part of this struggle. The nation is in the most trying time, insecurity and harsh economic conditions and with you they are surmountable.”

The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, thanked the speakers and their deputies for coming. He noted that they are real foot political soldiers urging them to take the message to town that the man they are all looking for has come.

Sanwo-Olu said Tinubu has the capacity to do a lot for Nigeria because he has a whole lot to give the country.