President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining democracy in Nigeria, saying the system of governance will endure despite current challenges.
Speaking on Tuesday at the State House in Abuja while receiving a delegation from Enugu State led by Governor Peter Mbah, the President said his government would continue to take steps aimed at realising the Nigerian dream.
Tinubu expressed confidence that democracy would prevail in the face of intimidation, urging supporters to remain focused and ignore critics.
He stressed that his administration remains committed to building a prosperous nation for future generations and would not be distracted by opposition voices.
The President also criticised some opposition politicians, accusing them of undermining democratic values while publicly presenting themselves as defenders of democracy.
He referenced past policy decisions, including the privatisation of the power sector, which he said contributed to Nigeria’s ongoing electricity challenges.
Reiterating his administration’s priorities, Tinubu said government efforts would continue to focus on citizens’ welfare, economic growth, and long-term national development.
He further highlighted Nigeria’s economic potential, noting that the country remains a major force in Africa in terms of growth and opportunities, with contributions from stakeholders helping to sustain its position.
Tinubu said: “We will do everything to ensure that the Nigerian dream is realised. The hope you enunciated in your remarks is not a pipe dream. It’s real and achievable, and we’ll achieve it together.
“Democracy will survive despite all intimidation. Ignore the naysayers. Stay focused. When you succeed, and they are angry, let them be.
“I do not lose sleep over criticism because we are committed to building a nation of bright hope for our children.
“These are leaders who had privatised electricity, which is not working. They gave us darkness, and we are trying to get through it.
“But they don’t even believe in the democracy that they preach all about. Don’t pay attention to them because I don’t.
“We stay on our lanes. We stay focused. We build our life on people, the welfare, the prosperity, and the promise of today and tomorrow.”
