Sanwo-Olu Applauds Tinubu’s Leadership, Hails Endorsement for 2027 Re-Election Bid

In a bold endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that the President is effectively delivering on his promise of good governance. Speaking in the wake of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Summit held at the Presidential Villa on Thursday, Governor Sanwo-Olu praised the unanimous vote of confidence passed by the party and the Progressive Governors Forum, which endorsed Tinubu as the APC’s sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

The endorsement, Sanwo-Olu emphasized, is a well-earned recognition of the progress Nigeria has witnessed under President Tinubu’s administration over the past two years. In a post shared via his official handle on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter), the Lagos State Governor commended the President for spearheading transformative policies across all key sectors of the economy, restoring investor confidence, and renewing the hopes of millions of Nigerians.

“I heartily congratulate Mr. President, His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the vote of confidence passed by the entirety of our party as well as the Progressive Governors Forum,” Sanwo-Olu stated. “Your endorsement for a second term by all APC Governors, National Assembly members, and party leadership after just two years is a testament to the great work you’re doing to revamp our economy and build a prosperous future that all Nigerians will be proud of.”

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Hope Renewed: Tinubu’s Two-Year Scorecard

Governor Sanwo-Olu, who has been a vocal supporter of President Tinubu since his campaign, highlighted several achievements of the administration that, in his view, validate the second-term endorsement. Chief among them are economic reforms aimed at boosting investment, large-scale infrastructural projects, and significant strides in education, agriculture, technology, and security.

“You have restored hope to millions of families yearning for a great country,” Sanwo-Olu wrote, “one in which our youths will realise their dreams and aspirations, a country in which talents will blossom and businesses will flourish.”

He also applauded President Tinubu’s policies as instrumental in reversing the downward economic trends inherited from previous administrations. The Lagos governor pointed to business-friendly reforms that have not only stabilized macroeconomic indicators but also attracted both local and foreign investors back into the Nigerian market.

Infrastructural and Sectoral Reforms Lauded

One of the key highlights of President Tinubu’s governance, as echoed by Governor Sanwo-Olu, is the aggressive infrastructural development seen in various parts of the country. Sanwo-Olu praised the administration’s commitment to building roads, improving power supply, expanding transport networks, and enhancing urban planning—initiatives he said are laying a foundation for sustained national growth.

Moreover, Sanwo-Olu emphasized that reforms in education and agriculture have empowered young Nigerians and rural communities respectively, aligning with the administration’s goal of creating a self-sustaining and inclusive economy.

“Your reforms speak eloquently in education, agriculture, technology, and security—all in just two years,” he noted, signaling his belief that Tinubu’s policies have begun to bear visible fruits.

APC’s Show of Unity and Forward Planning

The APC’s endorsement of President Tinubu comes at a time when party unity and electoral strategy are crucial ahead of the 2027 elections. By declaring Tinubu the sole candidate just two years into his first term, the ruling party appears to be consolidating early for a second-term campaign aimed at deepening the current administration’s reforms.

Political analysts suggest that this early show of support will not only provide President Tinubu with greater political capital to drive his agenda but also set a precedent for continuity within the APC’s leadership structure.

The National Summit, which brought together APC governors, National Assembly leaders, and key stakeholders, was marked by resounding consensus. The move, observers say, may neutralize internal party dissent and send a strong message of political stability to the public and international partners.

Public Response and the Road Ahead

While the endorsement has been well received within the APC ranks, public opinion remains mixed. Some citizens and opposition voices argue that the administration has yet to fully address inflation, unemployment, and fuel subsidy-related hardships. Nevertheless, supporters like Governor Sanwo-Olu maintain that Tinubu’s current trajectory points to long-term recovery and national transformation.

With three years still remaining in his first term, President Tinubu has ample time to cement his legacy and prove to skeptics that his vision of a renewed Nigeria is achievable. As more state governors and APC stakeholders echo Sanwo-Olu’s sentiments, the groundwork for the 2027 re-election bid appears to be well underway.

The coming months will test the administration’s ability to sustain reform momentum while balancing political expectations and public welfare. For now, the vote of confidence stands as both an endorsement and a challenge—to deliver more, faster, and more inclusively.