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A Mandate of Trust: Tinubu’s Leadership reaffirmed at APC Summit
By Muhammad Garba
The Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, recently played host to a historic national gathering as the All Progressives Congress (APC) convened a high-level summit which was more than a celebration of accomplishments but was a deliberate platform for reflection, evaluation, and strategic alignment for the future of Nigeria under the APC-led administration.
The summit, beyond its rich discussions, also witnessed a historic political moment-the unanimous endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by party stakeholders as the APC’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.
Coming at a critical time in the life of the ruling party and the nation, the summit brought together a rich convergence of political leadership, youth and women groups, and party loyalists under one roof to chart a transformative path for inclusive governance and sustained national development.
The summit witnessed the presence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his Deputy, Senator Barau Jibrin; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajuddeen Abbas, and members of the National and State Assemblies, the Progressives governors, ministers, former governors and deputies, former national leaders, youth and women groups and grassroots mobilisers.
The event, themed “Renewed Hope Agenda: The Journey So Far,” was both reflective and aspirational, marking a significant milestone in the present administration’s efforts to redefine governance, reinvigorate national confidence, and project a clear direction for Nigeria’s transformation.
The summit served as a critical checkpoint in the national policy trajectory since the inception of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration. With the Renewed Hope Agenda as its ideological compass, the event focused on assessing the accomplishments, challenges, and prospects of various sectors under the current government. It was not a typical political gathering; it was a sober, high-level national dialogue convened at the very heart of power, signaling the seriousness of purpose and commitment to open governance.
The summit was masterfully organized under the leadership of the APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, whose vision and political acumen were evident throughout the process. Alongside the National Working Committee (NWC), Ganduje demonstrated deep organizational insight and strategic clarity, ensuring that the summit was not only successful in logistics but transformative in substance. The APC, under his stewardship, is evolving into a national institution driven by performance, policy, and grassroots connection.
Dr. Ganduje brought his hallmark style of inclusion and grassroots mobilization to the fore. His remarks at the summit were direct and visionary; emphasizing that the Renewed Hope Agenda is a comprehensive response to Nigeria’s longstanding governance challenges, and that the APC is determined to lead that transformation with measurable results.
The chairman and his team have also been instrumental in party reforms that are vital to sustaining the Renewed Hope Agenda. One of their key interventions has been the digitization of party membership, enabling greater transparency and participation. The new National Digital Membership Register, is a project aimed at democratizing access to party processes and deepening internal accountability. By doing so, the APC is signaling its transition from a purely electoral platform to a policy-driven national institution.
The summit reviewed sectoral achievements of the administration with a keen eye for data and outcomes. Economic indicators showed the early signs of stabilization, while social investment programmes such as the Student Loan Scheme and the Conditional Cash Transfer System were praised for cushioning vulnerable Nigerians. Infrastructure development, especially the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and major expressway upgrades, as well as ongoing railway expansion, was highlighted as evidence of commitment to inclusive growth.
The administration’s efforts in the energy and power sector, including gas utilization, solar deployment, and power grid enhancement, received commendation. Security reforms, including the restructuring of command architecture, improvement in personnel welfare, and acquisition of new assets, were noted as yielding results in previously volatile regions. The renewed push for community-based policing and intelligence gathering was seen as a welcome shift in security strategy. Though challenges remain, stakeholders acknowledged visible progress in the North-East, reduction in attacks on critical infrastructure, and increased community engagement in intelligence gathering.
The highlight of the summit was the unanimous endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the APC’s candidate for the 2027 general elections-a move many credit to Ganduje’s political dexterity.
With the support of the party leadership, the National Assembly, the Progressives Governors’ Forum, and other stakeholders, Ganduje led the call for continuity under Tinubu. The endorsement formalizes the President’s position as the frontrunner for the 2027 presidential race and demonstrates party unity at the national level, strong internal confidence in his leadership, and strategic early positioning for 2027.
While Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, who announced the decision of the APC governor’s to throw their weight behind President Tinubu’s re-election bid, Senate President Godswill Akpabio moved the motion for the endorsement of President Tinubu and was seconded by Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajuddeen Abbas.
One truth that becomes increasingly evident is that President Tinubu has earned the right—and indeed the need—for a second term in office. Not just for the sake of political tradition, but for the stability, progress, and long-term reform of the Nigerian state.
In the closing session, President Tinubu began his speech by celebrating the resilience and growth of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He hailed the party as the “most potent democratic force” in Nigeria and praised its leaders for maintaining internal discipline and electoral dominance.
He stated: “The APC is not just a party; it is a progressive movement reshaping the destiny of this great nation,” and encouraged members to continue to unite and consolidate ahead of 2027, positioning the party as a “natural home for all who believe in the future of Nigeria.”
A major highlight of Tinubu’s speech was his bold commentary on recent defections from opposition parties, especially the PDP, to the APC and also addressed concerns about Nigeria potentially becoming a one-party state due to a surge in defections to the ruling party.
In a tone both humorous and assertive, he said: “You don’t blame people bailing out of a sinking ship when they have no life jackets. I’m glad for what we have, and I’m expecting more to come. That is the game. Welcome to progress—sweep them clean.”
This metaphor-laden statement was a clear jab at the internal troubles of opposition parties, while encouraging APC members to embrace defectors and expand the party’s reach.
President Tinubu acknowledged with gratitude the official endorsement of his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election by the APC National Working Committee (NWC), calling it: “A profound vote of confidence that compels me to serve with even greater dedication,” and praised the party’s resolve and unity and assured members that his next term, if successful, would focus more sharply on delivery and national prosperity.
The President took time to address the painful but necessary reforms undertaken by his administration, such as: Fuel subsidy removal, Exchange rate liberalization, and maintained that the strong economic policies were crucial to long-term national growth. “We did not come into the office to play it safe. We came to correct the fundamentals—no matter how difficult—so the future generation of Nigerians can thrive.”
As the summit drew to a close, what became apparent was that the Renewed Hope Agenda was not merely a slogan-it is fast becoming a doctrine of governance rooted in bold reforms, citizen engagement, and forward planning. The journey so far has not been without obstacles, but the willingness of the government to listen, recalibrate, and stay the course offers a refreshing departure from the past. Nigerians are not being promised miracles-they are being offered a new social contract based on hard choices, transparency, and shared sacrifice.
The summit was not just an assessment of what has been done; it was a declaration of what lies ahead. With renewed energy, clearer vision, and structured follow-through, the Tinubu administration, under the APC, has set a precedent for performance-based politics. The Renewed Hope Agenda is poised to become the pivot on which Nigeria’s long-awaited transformation turns.
Garba is the Chief of Staff to the National Chairman of the APC
….Writes NMDPRA, Engages Marketers to Stabilise Fuel Market
Photo caption: L R: Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Fertiliser Limited, Vishwajit Sinha; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Dangote Petroleum Refinery, David Bird; President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced plans to supply one billion five hundred million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) monthly to the Nigerian market in December 2025 and January 2026, a move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted nationwide fuel availability through the festive season and into the New Year.
President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, disclosed the plans at the weekend, noting that the refinery will make available 50 million litres of PMS daily beginning December 1.
“In line with our commitment to national wellbeing, and consistent with our track record of ensuring a holiday season free of fuel scarcity, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will supply 1.5 billion litres of PMS to the Nigerian market this month. This represents 50 million litres per day. We are formally notifying the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) of this commitment. We will supply another 1.5 billion litres in January and increase to 1.7 billion litres in February, which translates to about 60 million litres per day,” Dangote said.
Photo caption: L R: President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Speaking during a visit by the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) to the refinery and the Dangote Fertiliser complex, he stated that the facility currently has adequate stock and is producing between 40 and 45 million litres of PMS daily. He added that the daily supply of 50 million litres should dispel long-standing claims that domestic refineries lack the capacity to meet national demand.
Dangote also revealed ongoing engagement with petroleum marketers to strengthen distribution systems, including expanding the use of CNG-powered haulage.
“Our priority is to ensure Nigeria receives the products it needs. This is not driven by profit motives; it is about guaranteeing the availability of essential energy products. It is similar to the transformation we delivered in the cement sector,” he added.
He further noted that the refinery is progressing with its expansion plan to reach a capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day. More than 100,000 workers are expected to be involved in the expansion of both the refinery and the fertiliser complex. Dangote emphasised that the Group remains committed to its vision, driven by the strong public support for the company’s role in shaping Nigeria’s economic development.
During the visit, the Managing Director of SSDC, Usoro Offiong Akpabio, commended Dangote’s leadership and his continued contribution to strengthening Nigeria’s industrial capability, national energy security and long-term economic competitiveness.
She described the South-South region as Nigeria’s natural energy corridor, with vast crude oil reserves, gas infrastructure, maritime assets, agro-industrial activity and emerging industrial clusters. She noted that deeper collaboration between the region and the Dangote Group could unlock opportunities in product distribution, CNG infrastructure, petrochemicals, agriculture, and employment creation.
Akpabio added that such partnerships would advance the Federal Government’s energy stability agenda and position the South-South as a strategic growth hub for the Dangote Group.
“As the statutory development body for the South-South, SSDC is mandated to drive regional economic development, infrastructure integration, human capital advancement, and private-sector–led growth. In this regard, we stand prepared to support State-level policy and regulatory support for Ease-of-doing-business across our six states. Enabling environments for Dangote Group’s expansion into strategic sectors such as gas processing, agro-industrial value chains, renewable energy, logistics, and export-oriented manufacturing,” she said.
In a letter from the refinery’s Managing Director, David Bird, to the Authority Chief Executive of the NMDPRA, the company reaffirmed its readiness to host NMDPRA officials onsite at the refinery from December 1st to verify and publish its daily supply volumes. The refinery also sought the Authority’s support to ensure unhindered importation of crude, feedstocks and blending components, as well as smooth vessel loading for product evacuation.
“In the spirit of full transparency to the public we are willing to publish our daily production and stock volumes (online and print media),” Bird stated. “We seek the full support of NMDPRA to allow Dangote refinery to import our crude, feedstocks and blending components unhindered as well as support the lifting of our products by vessel. We continue to experience delays in vessel clearance which impacts not only the refinery operations but also our customers, adding unnecessary costs and inefficiencies”.
By Bonaventure Phillips Melah
Photo caption: L R: Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Fertiliser Limited, Vishwajit Sinha; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Dangote Petroleum Refinery, David Bird; President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced plans to supply one billion five hundred million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) monthly to the Nigerian market in December 2025 and January 2026, a move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted nationwide fuel availability through the festive season and into the New Year.
President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, disclosed the plans at the weekend, noting that the refinery will make available 50 million litres of PMS daily beginning December 1.
“In line with our commitment to national wellbeing, and consistent with our track record of ensuring a holiday season free of fuel scarcity, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will supply 1.5 billion litres of PMS to the Nigerian market this month. This represents 50 million litres per day. We are formally notifying the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) of this commitment. We will supply another 1.5 billion litres in January and increase to 1.7 billion litres in February, which translates to about 60 million litres per day,” Dangote said.
Photo caption: LR: President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Speaking during a visit by the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) to the refinery and the Dangote Fertiliser complex, he stated that the facility currently has adequate stock and is producing between 40 and 45 million litres of PMS daily. He added that the daily supply of 50 million litres should dispel long-standing claims that domestic refineries lack the capacity to meet national demand.
Dangote also revealed ongoing engagement with petroleum marketers to strengthen distribution systems, including expanding the use of CNG-powered haulage.
“Our priority is to ensure Nigeria receives the products it needs. This is not driven by profit motives; it is about guaranteeing the availability of essential energy products. It is similar to the transformation we delivered in the cement sector,” he added.
He further noted that the refinery is progressing with its expansion plan to reach a capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day. More than 100,000 workers are expected to be involved in the expansion of both the refinery and the fertiliser complex. Dangote emphasised that the Group remains committed to its vision, driven by the strong public support for the company’s role in shaping Nigeria’s economic development.
During the visit, the Managing Director of SSDC, Usoro Offiong Akpabio, commended Dangote’s leadership and his continued contribution to strengthening Nigeria’s industrial capability, national energy security and long-term economic competitiveness.
She described the South-South region as Nigeria’s natural energy corridor, with vast crude oil reserves, gas infrastructure, maritime assets, agro-industrial activity and emerging industrial clusters. She noted that deeper collaboration between the region and the Dangote Group could unlock opportunities in product distribution, CNG infrastructure, petrochemicals, agriculture, and employment creation.
Akpabio added that such partnerships would advance the Federal Government’s energy stability agenda and position the South-South as a strategic growth hub for the Dangote Group.
“As the statutory development body for the South-South, SSDC is mandated to drive regional economic development, infrastructure integration, human capital advancement, and private-sector–led growth. In this regard, we stand prepared to support State-level policy and regulatory support for Ease-of-doing-business across our six states. Enabling environments for Dangote Group’s expansion into strategic sectors such as gas processing, agro-industrial value chains, renewable energy, logistics, and export-oriented manufacturing,” she said.
In a letter from the refinery’s Managing Director, David Bird, to the Authority Chief Executive of the NMDPRA, the company reaffirmed its readiness to host NMDPRA officials onsite at the refinery from December 1st to verify and publish its daily supply volumes. The refinery also sought the Authority’s support to ensure unhindered importation of crude, feedstocks and blending components, as well as smooth vessel loading for product evacuation.
“In the spirit of full transparency to the public we are willing to publish our daily production and stock volumes (online and print media),” Bird stated. “We seek the full support of NMDPRA to allow Dangote refinery to import our crude, feedstocks and blending components unhindered as well as support the lifting of our products by vessel. We continue to experience delays in vessel clearance which impacts not only the refinery operations but also our customers, adding unnecessary costs and inefficiencies”.
Some women in Ezimo community, Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, on Saturday, staged a protest over the alleged kidnap of five residents and the shooting of another during an attack on the community.
The protesters, who marched through major parts of the community, said the incident had heightened fear and insecurity in the area.
One victim of the attack is currently receiving treatment in the hospital.
A social media influencer, ‘Sen.’ Chijinkem Ugwuanyi, made this known via Facebook on Saturday.
Ugwuanyi revealed that resident who confirmed the incident said recent cases of abductions and shootings had left the community unsafe, prompting the women to demand urgent government intervention.
In a video shared on Ugwuanyi’s Facebook page, the protesters called on the Enugu State Government and security agencies to step in and restore peace, warning that residents could no longer live under constant fear of attacks.
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