APC chieftain urges faith in Pres. Tinubu amid economic challenges
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on Nigerians, particularly the youth, to have faith in President Bola Tinubu’s ability to improve the economy and to shun the planned protests.
Oyintiloye, a former member of the defunct APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), urged Nigerians to see a promising future in the present administration’s framework aimed at pulling the country out of the economic quagmire inherited from past administrations.
Speaking in Osogbo on Thursday, the APC chieftain acknowledged the high expectations Nigerians have for the current administration in delivering the dividends of democracy, owing to their trust in Tinubu’s pedigree as an astute manager of men and resources.
He noted that while the government is working tirelessly to meet these expectations, the inherited economic challenges and the impact of the global economic crisis, coupled with the unavoidable policies introduced by the present administration, are gradually moving towards fruition.
Oyintiloye, a former lawmaker, emphasized that the intention behind President Bola Tinubu’s decisions to remove fuel subsidies and merge the foreign exchange markets, among other policies, is to improve the economy, not to inflict pain on Nigerians.
The APC chieftain called for patience, urging Nigerians to give the president more time to fully develop the economy, which is currently in a recovery process.
“With all sense of humility and modesty, we must appreciate the people of this country for their endurance, perseverance, and unflinching support as we are passing through this dark tunnel,” said Oyintiloye. “One thing that is certain is that after these temporary pains, we shall all live in abundance.”
“Although the task is herculean, we are gradually navigating through the storm and challenges the country is facing. The present government is working tirelessly to stabilize the economy, foreign exchange rates, inflation, and price control.”
“With the initiatives and programs designed for good governance by the president, we are approaching self-sufficiency and economic stability. Our people should believe in the leadership of the president and the Renewed Hope Agenda of his administration. In due course, we shall laugh last.”
“I strongly believe that with a little patience from Nigerians, we shall soon live in abundance. Let’s exercise a little patience.”
Oyintiloye also noted that the president understands the pain Nigerians are experiencing, which is why he has pleaded for patience. He assured that President Tinubu has a listening ear and will address the concerns of all Nigerians.
