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Akume hails Tinubu’s record, urges grassroots campaign on administration’s achievements
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has described the achievements of President Bola Tinubu’s administration as unmatched in Nigeria’s recent history, calling on members of the City Boy Movement to intensify efforts to publicise the government’s performance at the grassroots.
Akume made the remarks while receiving members of the City Boy Movement, led by its Director-General, Oluwatosin Shoga, at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in Abuja.
According to the SGF, the Tinubu administration inherited significant economic challenges but has recorded notable progress through its Renewed Hope Agenda.
He said several road projects abandoned for years, including sections of the Abuja-Kaduna corridor, had been completed, while more infrastructure projects, including roads, universities, schools, power projects and dams across the six geopolitical zones, were awaiting commissioning.
Akume also highlighted the country’s foreign reserves as one of the administration’s major achievements, saying they had risen from near depletion to almost $50 billion.
“This government has, within a very short period, regenerated our reserves from virtually zero to close to 50 billion dollars. That is a record that has not been witnessed in many decades. It is a product of bold reforms, careful planning, commitment and purposeful leadership,” he said.
The SGF urged members of the City Boy Movement to take the administration’s achievements directly to communities across the country.
“You have a responsibility to help tell Nigerians what this government is doing. Many people only need access to factual information. Take the message to the grassroots so that citizens can appreciate the impact of the Renewed Hope Agenda,” he said.
Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, described Akume as one of President Tinubu’s most loyal supporters and commended his contributions to the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Earlier, the Director-General of the City Boy Movement, Oluwatosin Shoga, sought greater collaboration with the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to strengthen public awareness of the Tinubu administration’s policies and achievements.
Shoga conveyed the goodwill of the movement’s patron, Seyi Tinubu, and reaffirmed the group’s commitment to supporting the Renewed Hope Agenda through youth mobilisation and civic engagement.
He said the City Boy Movement had grown into one of the country’s largest youth-driven political and civic mobilisation platforms, with a focus on informing, engaging and empowering young Nigerians while promoting understanding of government reforms.
“Our mission is clear—we are informing, engaging and empowering Nigerian youths. We are also bridging the gap between the government and the people by ensuring that citizens understand the reasons behind the bold reforms being implemented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.
Shoga added that the movement had already conducted grassroots engagements in several states, including Benue, and was expanding its nationwide mobilisation campaign to consolidate support for the administration and improve public understanding of government policies.
“The real engagement has begun. We believe that effective communication and sustained grassroots mobilisation are essential to ensuring that Nigerians appreciate the achievements of this administration and the vision behind its reforms,” he said.
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Peter Obi alleges thugs blocked visit to Yelwata massacre victims in Benue
By Philippine Duru
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Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has alleged that suspected hired thugs obstructed his visit to Yelwata community in Benue State, where more than 270 people were reportedly killed in a deadly attack.
Obi made the allegation in a statement following his arrival in Benue on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, saying he had travelled to the state on a humanitarian mission to commiserate with families affected by the killings.
According to him, he arrived in Benue at about 9:00 a.m. but his convoy was prevented from proceeding to the affected community by individuals chanting, “Peter Obi, go back.”
Obi described the incident as distressing, stressing that his visit was not politically motivated but intended to mourn with the bereaved, listen to affected families and offer solidarity following the tragedy.
He said the obstruction was particularly troubling at a time when Nigerians should be united in grief and focused on preventing further loss of lives.
The former governor recalled that he had consistently promoted political civility, citing his attendance the previous day at the opening of the national campaign office of opposition presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, in Abuja.
He said his presence at the event was meant to demonstrate that political differences should not prevent mutual respect and civility.
Obi also recalled that while serving as governor of Anambra State, he personally welcomed visiting opposition members during election campaigns, provided their activities remained within the law.
He condemned what he described as efforts to deepen political divisions, insisting that Nigerians should be able to live, travel and farm without fear.
“At a time when our nation should be united in grief and resolute in preventing further bloodshed, we must reject any action capable of deepening our divisions,” Obi said.
He maintained that the primary responsibility of government was to protect human life, arguing that political considerations should never take precedence over the safety and security of citizens.
Although he could not reach Yelwata as planned, Obi said his thoughts and prayers remained with the victims, their families and the entire community.
He pledged to continue advocating for the protection of Nigerian lives, concluding with his familiar declaration: “A New Nigeria is POssible.”
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