Information and National Orientation Minister Mohammed Idris has said the large turnout at the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-Central Presidential Campaign Rally in Jos, Plateau State, shows rising public appreciation of the achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration over the past three years.
Speaking at the rally on Saturday, Idris said the enthusiastic participation of party faithful and supporters reflected, in his assessment, confidence in the administration’s reform agenda and its efforts to reposition the country for sustainable economic growth and development.
“The turnout we are witnessing here today is a clear demonstration of the confidence Nigerians have in President Bola Tinubu and the direction his administration is taking the country,” he said, adding that people can see the efforts to address longstanding challenges, strengthen the economy and create a better future.
In a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim, the Minister noted that the administration has continued to implement policies and programmes aimed at strengthening the economy, expanding infrastructure, creating opportunities and improving living conditions.
He said it remains focused on consolidating the gains of its reforms so that their benefits translate into tangible improvements in citizens’ lives.
“President Tinubu remains committed to staying the course and ensuring that the decisions being taken today deliver lasting benefits for Nigerians,” Idris said, stressing the need to build on the progress made and work towards a stronger, more prosperous nation.
Idris urged opposition parties to embrace issue-based campaigns and show greater organisational preparedness instead of relying on political rhetoric and criticism of the government.
He maintained that Nigeria’s democracy would be better served by constructive engagement, credible alternatives and robust debates on policies and programmes that affect citizens’ welfare.
He also stressed the importance of responsible political conduct as the country approaches the 2027 general elections, noting that parties share a collective responsibility to promote peaceful participation and strengthen public confidence in the democratic process.
Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, underscored the strategic importance of the North-Central zone to Nigeria’s political stability, economic growth and national development.
He highlighted the region’s potential, particularly in solid minerals and other productive sectors, and its significance to the broader economic transformation.
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, described Tinubu as a committed democrat whose political career reflects long participation in Nigeria’s democratic development.
He reiterated the APC’s commitment to peaceful political engagement, saying the party does not promote violence and remains committed to democratic principles.
The rally brought together party leaders, government officials, stakeholders and supporters from across the geopolitical zone as part of the APC’s nationwide campaign activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
