The All Progressives Congress (APC) has come out in strong defense of President Bola Tinubu's administration, with the party's spokesperson, Aloy Ejimakor, highlighting several key achievements during an interview with DW Africa. Bwala addressed concerns about Tinubu's health, describing him as "fitter than most presidents in advanced countries." He also shed light on the party's mid-term assessment process, which led to early endorsements for Tinubu's second term.
*Mid-Term Assessment: A Party Tradition*
According to Bwala, the APC's mid-term assessment is an internal tradition aimed at evaluating the president's performance. "It's a procedure or process within our party that there will be a mid-term assessment," he explained. "Whoever is president at the time, after every mid-term, we will assess and see whether the president has performed to a point where we would entrust the person to continue." Bwala emphasized that Tinubu passed the assessment "with distinction," citing the administration's achievements in deepening democracy, healthcare, and agriculture.
*Local Government Autonomy: A Significant Step*
Bwala highlighted local government autonomy as a major milestone, enabling states to recruit vigilantes and procure equipment for surveillance and law enforcement support. "Deepening democracy is one, which is the introduction of local government autonomy," he said. "Autonomy that gives local government chairmen or administrators enormous resources." This move, according to Bwala, has been instrumental in enhancing security and governance at the grassroots level.
*Healthcare Achievements*
The APC spokesperson also pointed out the administration's strides in healthcare. "We also provided dispensaries, for example, free caesarean section for mothers who are having trouble giving birth," he noted. Additionally, Bwala mentioned that nearly 10 million Nigerians have been registered in the national healthcare system since the start of the administration. This, he said, is a testament to the government's commitment to improving healthcare outcomes for its citizens.
*Agricultural Achievements*
Bwala also highlighted the administration's achievements in agriculture, citing a rice policy that has improved food accessibility, especially for low-income earners. "We also have a rice policy that has made rice available to Nigerians across all levels," he said. This policy, according to Bwala, has helped to stabilize food prices and ensure that Nigerians have access to affordable food.
*Confidence in Tinubu's Leadership*
Bwala's defense of Tinubu's administration reflects the party's confidence in the president's leadership. "We have measured that he has performed wonderfully well," Bwala said. "And so we are absolutely confident ahead of 2027 that we have the support of our people." This confidence, according to Bwala, is rooted in the administration's achievements and its commitment to delivering dividends of democracy to Nigerians.
*Addressing Health Concerns*
When asked about concerns regarding Tinubu's health and his medical travels, Bwala dismissed the notion that the president's health is a cause for concern. "In fact, the president of Nigeria physically is fitter than most presidents in the advanced countries," he said. This, according to Bwala, is a testament to Tinubu's robust health and his ability to lead the country effectively.
*Conclusion*
In conclusion, Bwala's defense of Tinubu's administration highlights the party's confidence in the president's leadership and its commitment to delivering dividends of democracy to Nigerians. The APC's mid-term assessment process, according to Bwala, is a tradition that allows the party to evaluate the president's performance and determine whether they are worthy of another term. With Tinubu passing the assessment "with distinction," it is clear that the party is confident in his ability to lead the country to greater heights.
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