President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges through sustained reforms, improved pay, and enhanced welfare for the armed forces and police.
Addressing a gathering of party faithful at the Dutse Township Stadium in Jigawa State, the President defended key economic policies and outlined his administration’s roadmap under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign manifesto, titled “From Reforms to Prosperity.”
Defending Economic Reforms & Subsidy Policy
President Tinubu firmly rejected calls by opposition figures to reinstate the petroleum subsidy, calling such proposals unsustainable and misleading. He asserted that removing the subsidy freed up crucial resources needed to fund national infrastructure and regional development.
”Across the country, no region is left behind. Those who think they should bring the subsidy back are liars. How will they pay for those commitments? How will you repair the roads? How will you maintain them? How will you function?” the President queried.
He assured Nigerians that the sacrifices made under current economic policies are yielding direct results, paving the way for long-term national stability and shared prosperity.
Pledges on Security, Agriculture, and Infrastructure
Highlighting key pillars of the administration’s platform, President Tinubu outlined immediate interventions across several sectors:
National Security: The President pledged continued upgrades to military and police infrastructure alongside enhanced pay structures. “We will conquer insecurity. We’ve been through many wars. We will defeat our enemies… We are paying better salaries today,” he stated.
Support for Farmers: To boost national food security, Tinubu announced upcoming interest-free loans, increased mechanisation, and expanded irrigation support for small-scale farmers.
Jigawa Project Commissions: During his visit, the President commissioned several completed projects, including:
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Multi-Purpose Skills Acquisition Centre.
The Renewed Hope Technical Services Centre.
400 tractors and agricultural implements procured by the Jigawa State Government for mechanised farming.
(Virtually) The 3-kilometre dualised Old Police Station–Palace Road in Dutse.
Regional Interventions and Political Alignment
In his welcome address, Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi praised the Federal Government’s interventions across the state and Northern Nigeria. He cited progress on the Greater Hadejia Water Project—now 60 per cent complete—the Katsina–Maradi rail line, the approval of Federal Colleges of Education in Dutse and Hadejia, and student beneficiaries under the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
Governor Namadi also appealed for direct federal intervention to address severe ecological and flooding challenges in Dutse and Hadejia, noting that the issues have surpassed state-level resolution.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, alongside Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu and APC Presidential Campaign Council Director General Senator Abdulaziz Yari, called on the electorate in Jigawa to support the administration’s long-term vision ahead of the 2027 general elections. Shettima highlighted President Tinubu’s historical political alliances and strategic support for Northern leaders over past election cycles.
The rally was attended by prominent political figures, including Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, members of the Progressive Governors Forum, federal ministers, and party leaders.
