President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday expressed confidence in the resilience of Nigeria’s democracy, saying it would withstand pressures despite what he described as attempts by opposition figures to undermine its values.
The President made the remarks at the State House, Abuja, while receiving a delegation from Enugu State led by Governor Peter Mbah.
Tinubu said his administration remained committed to realising the “Nigerian dream,” insisting that the country’s aspirations were achievable through collective effort.
“Democracy will survive despite all intimidation. We must remain focused and not be distracted by critics,” he said.
He noted that criticism would not deter his government, stressing that the focus remained on building a nation anchored on prosperity and improved welfare for citizens.
The President also took a swipe at past leaders, blaming them for challenges in the power sector, particularly the privatisation of electricity which, according to him, has yet to deliver expected results.
“We are determined to fix the challenges we inherited and build a future that our children can be proud of,” he added.
Tinubu further accused some opposition politicians of lacking genuine commitment to democratic principles, despite publicly advocating for them.
“They do not believe in the democracy they preach. We will remain focused on governance and delivering results,” he said.
On Nigeria’s economic outlook, the President maintained that the country remained a leading force in Africa, citing ongoing reforms and contributions from sub-national governments.
He emphasised that national development required collaboration across all levels of government, urging state leaders to strengthen governance at the grassroots.
Tinubu also commended Mbah for his efforts in improving security, healthcare, education and infrastructure in Enugu State.
He thanked the delegation for its support, noting that reports of development from various states reflected the impact of his administration’s policies.
