CPC leaders back Tinubu for 2027 as president declares end to borrowing
By Kunle Sanni –
Founding members of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) on Tuesday visited President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, pledging massive support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The delegation, led by former Nasarawa State Governor Tanko Al-Makura, assured the President of the CPC bloc’s unwavering loyalty and readiness to mobilise nationwide to secure APC’s electoral victory.
“We are with you in loyalty, in person, and in purpose. May Almighty God grant you the wisdom and strength to continue leading our nation,” Al-Makura said, praising Tinubu for navigating economic challenges and sustaining national stability.
He also commended the President for honouring the legacy of their late leader and mentor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, recalling the political partnership between Tinubu and Buhari that laid the foundation for the APC.
The high-powered delegation included former ministers, governors, lawmakers, party executives, and women leaders, among them Abdulraheem Shittu, Waziri Bulama, Haruna Hima, Garba Datti Mohammed, Farouk Adamu Aliyu, and several other CPC stalwarts.
Responding, President Tinubu declared that his administration had met its revenue mobilisation target and would no longer rely on borrowing to finance government operations.
“We have met our revenue target. Nigeria is not borrowing again. Nobody is trading pieces of paper for exchange rates anymore. The naira is stabilising. What we need now is to build the infrastructure for export and import, to create jobs and opportunities for our people. That is my guarantee,” he said.
Tinubu also announced plans to establish mechanised farm centres across all regions to boost food production and ensure food sovereignty.
