President Bola Tinubu has dismissed efforts by opposition elements to derail his administration’s reforms, declaring that no amount of intimidation or criticism will force him to abandon his agenda.
Tinubu spoke at the State House in Abuja during a meeting with national, zonal and state leaders of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, where he reaffirmed his commitment to economic reforms aimed at lifting Nigerians out of poverty.
“They want to scare me off. It’s a lie. I’ve been through this path before, and if I have to go through it again, I will do the same thing,” the President said.
He maintained that his administration remains focused on stabilising the economy and delivering long-term prosperity, insisting that the reform process, though challenging, is necessary.
“I will not give up. The journey may be tough, but it is one that will ultimately benefit Nigerians,” he added.
Tinubu also stressed adherence to democratic principles, urging respect for the rule of law and the judiciary.
“We cannot disregard lawful court orders. We must uphold the judiciary whether the outcome favours us or not. That is the essence of democracy,” he said.
Describing the Renewed Hope Agenda as a national mission to break the cycle of poverty and underdevelopment, the President called on supporters to deepen grassroots engagement.
“We must take this message to every part of the country. Nigeria belongs to all of us, and we must build it together with a shared vision,” he said.
Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, who serves as Director-General of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, said members of the group are committed to promoting the administration’s policies at the grassroots.
“We are ambassadors of the President’s vision. Our duty is to engage Nigerians directly and explain the benefits of these reforms,” he said.
Uzodimma acknowledged that reforms may come with temporary discomfort but stressed that they would deliver sustainable gains.
Similarly, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, praised the administration’s direction, citing infrastructure and energy projects as indicators of economic transformation.
“As a party, we will continue to support policies that guarantee good governance and national development,” he said.
Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, emphasised the need for improved communication of government achievements, noting that many successes are not adequately publicised.
Also speaking, Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, called for stronger coordination between state governments and the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to drive the President’s agenda at the grassroots.
The meeting was attended by serving and former governors, as well as current and former members of the National Assembly, reflecting broad political support for the administration’s reform drive.