Akume hails Tinubu’s achievements in infrastructure, education, security

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his outstanding achievements in transforming key sectors of the Nigerian economy in less than four years in office.

Senator Akume gave the commendation on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the Tinubu National Frontiers (TNF) led by its National Coordinator, Hajiya Yasmin Binta Sabeh, on a courtesy visit to his office.

Head, Information and Public Relations, SGF Office, Chris Ugwuegbulam, in a statement, noted that while highlighting the administration’s tangible progress, the SGF said Nigeria is witnessing unprecedented transformation in road infrastructure, bridges, and dams.

“President Tinubu has made significant strides in revitalising our infrastructure. The construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road and the Sokoto-Badagry Road are developmental projects that will yield high economic and tourism potential.

“The transformation of Abuja is also clear evidence of Mr. President’s performance. Anyone familiar with the Federal Capital Territory before May 29, 2023, would be struck by the scale of infrastructural change achieved within one presidential term,” he stated.

On education, Senator Akume noted that reforms under the administration have expanded access through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

He said the initiative, a novel intervention, has drawn interest from over six African countries seeking to understudy the programme.

“Access to higher education is no longer determined by circumstances of birth. This administration has placed emphasis on technical and scientific education, with plans to upgrade polytechnics in each geopolitical zone to begin offering degree-equivalent qualifications, with added focus on skills acquisition,” he added.

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The SGF further commended the President for efforts to address insecurity, citing the establishment of four additional divisions in the Nigerian Army, the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 policemen, and the prioritization of the welfare of military personnel.

Earlier, the National Coordinator of TNF, Hajiya Yasmin Binta Sabeh, acknowledged President Tinubu’s transformative leadership.

“Since the President assumed office, we have seen remarkable achievements. It is now easy for us to sleep with our two eyes closed. As the TNF family, we do not take this for granted and we are ready to work with you,” she said.

She reaffirmed the group’s unity and pledged to work assiduously with the Presidential Campaign Team for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office.

In his remarks, the Oyo State Coordinator of TNF, Mr. Braimoh Adebayo, said the group played a critical role in securing victory for the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2023 Presidential Election.

“President Tinubu is a progressive leader. As Tinubu National Frontiers, we pledge our full commitment to his re-election as President of Nigeria,” he stated.

The highlight of the visit was the decoration of the SGF as the *National Patron of the Tinubu National Frontiers Support Group.