…harps on boosting power, industrialisation
By Ayo Ariyo
Presidential Aspirant under the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC) , Asiwaju Bola Tinubu met APC delegates from Delta State in Asaba and expressed his determination to boost electricity supply and ensure industrialisation if voted into power.
Tinubu promised to, build on the current administration’s progress made in the power sector, if elected.
According to him, “the size of the economy is restrained by the size and capacity of our power infrastructure, for it is the ability to generate and distribute electricity that powers industrial processes and lights our households throughout the day and into the night. Sufficient power generation not only brings light into the darkness but also illuminates the path leading from poverty to prosperity, from limited growth to an unprecedented acceleration in development.”
The APC leader also noted that bankable power infrastructure would contribute to encouraging Nigeria’s talented sons and daughters to return home from the diaspora.
He noted that as he moved towards the party nomination, the general election and hopefully the governance of “our beloved nation,” he would continue to reach out and consult broadly.
His aim is to form an inclusive government that formulates the best policies and brings progressive good governance to the people.
The APC chairman in the state, Elder Sobotie, said Asíwájú was no stranger to Delta APC and pledged the support of the delegates for him.
The dialogue was attended by party leaders in the state including Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, former Labour and pro-democracy activist, Chief Frank Kokori; former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Temi Harriman and frontline politician, Chief Paulinus Akpeki.
Asiwaju also paid a courtesy call on the Oba of Benin, Ewaure II Asiwaju before meeting with the party’s delegates in Benin city.
Tinubu said the royal father is an institution of one of the greatest kingdoms in Africa, with a rich and illustrious heritage.
“My courtesy call on you is a call of respect and tradition. I have come to seek your prayers and blessing for my presidential aspiration before going on to meet with APC delegates in your kingdom,” he said.
His royal majesty, the oba, prayed for Tinubu, describing him as a household name in Nigeria’s politics with an impressive track record as a private sector businessman, governor of Lagos, and a proven democrat.
In his meeting with the Edo delegates of the party, Asiwaju promised them transformational leadership.
The delegates in return declared their support and endorsement for him.
Joining Asiwaju Tinubu on the trip among others was former governor of Borno State, Senator Kashim Shettima
In his remarks, Senator Shettima commended Asiwaju as “the best amongst leaders,” adding that his understanding of Nigeria’s politics and the economic challenges were almost unparalleled.