The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has praised the mobilisation and solidarity displayed at the All Progressives Congress (APC) North Central campaign flag-off in Lafia, Nasarawa state. He urged political actors to prioritise peaceful, issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was contained in a statement by Special Assistant to the Minister on media, Rabiu Ibrahim.
According to the Minister, the rally provided an opportunity to communicate the Federal Government's development priorities, including food security, infrastructure, economic stability, and social inclusion. He stressed that political campaigns should focus on policies, performance, and commitments to Nigerians rather than violence or confrontation. The Minister stated that if a party has a good message to sell, it doesn't need to resort to fighting.
The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Dr Aliyu S. Abdullahi, highlighted the importance of sustained attention to food security and improved transportation infrastructure in reducing the cost of moving agricultural produce to markets. He noted that despite challenges, stability has been brought into Nigeria's food system, and efforts are ongoing to improve it.
The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, emphasised that women, children, and vulnerable populations are crucial to the administration's national development agenda. She stated that government programmes are designed to address their needs and that the President has given government a human face, prioritising the welfare of these groups.
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to national security, unity, and prosperity. She cited economic stabilisation and infrastructure development as areas highlighted by the administration and urged Nigerians to support continuity.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu declared that President Tinubu is serious about security, unity, and prosperity, and encouraged Nigerians to vote for continuity and capacity. She added that voting for the re-election of the President and APC candidates would ensure prosperity for the people.
The APC North Central campaign flag-off in Lafia, Nasarawa state, demonstrated solidarity and mobilisation, with various stakeholders, including ministers and the First Lady, showing support for the party and its candidates. The event showcased the party's commitment to issue-based campaigns and development priorities.
Key points
- Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, praises APC mobilisation in North-Central and urges issue-based campaigns.
- The Federal Government's development priorities include food security, infrastructure, economic stability, and social inclusion.
- The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, reaffirms President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to national security, unity, and prosperity.
