By Nwosu Collins
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria, while meeting with a delegation of Islamic leaders, led by Sheikh Bala Lau, at the State House on Thursday, attributed his electoral success to divine providence, dismissing claims that his victory was orchestrated by a cabal. He emphasized that his win was solely the result of divine intervention, contrary to insinuations spread by malicious individuals.
The president reassured the public that the ongoing economic reforms will not be influenced by any special interest groups, emphasizing that his presidential campaign was entirely self-funded and free from any obligations or debts to individuals or organizations. He sought to alleviate concerns about potential manipulation, affirming the independence and autonomy of his administration’s economic agenda.
He said, “I have no cabal. I have no sponsors. The money I spent on the elections was my personal fortune. At some point, the odds were against me; banks were locked. But Allah, the Almighty God, said I will be the President. Mine is to now follow the leading and teaching of the Almighty God.
“One of the most potent elements of defence is a good conscience. It is also a defence against corruption.
“What should be uppermost in our minds is the future of our children. We have a lot to teach them on what it takes to be a good citizen and what it takes to be a responsible citizen,’’ the President stated.
The president however, warned that the planned nationwide protests are driven by emotions of anger and hatred, and if not properly managed, could escalate into violent clashes, potentially hindering the country’s progress and causing regression.