Abuja Nigeria – Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has called on northern political leaders and communities to rally support behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re‑election bid for 2027.
Speaking at a dialogue session of the Northern Caucus of the National Forum of Former Legislators in Abuja, Gbajabiamila asserted that Tinubu, though from the South, is acting as a true national leader and that the North is already benefiting significantly from his administration.
He reminded listeners that Tinubu is not just a Southern leader but one who has carried every region along. He cited critical projects and reforms affecting the North—especially in infrastructure, agriculture, security, and governance—as evidence that support for the presidency is in the region’s best interest The Nation Newspaper+11The Nation Newspaper+11Daily Post Nigeria+11.
Gbajabiamila added, “We are laying strong foundations today and it is only fair that the President be allowed to finish what he started.” Daily Post Nigeria
🔍 Key Pillars of Northern Support According to Gbajabiamila
- Security and Stability
He highlighted a reduction in violence and kidnapping through multi-agency strategies and reforms targeting terrorism and banditry. - Economic and Agricultural Initiatives
The newly created Ministry of Livestock Development and agricultural policies have been designed to empower communities especially across North-West and North-East states, contributing to food security and lower grain prices THISDAYLIVE+1The Guardian Nigeria+1. - Infrastructure Progress
Major road and transport projects targeting the North were cited as examples of Tinubu’s commitment to regional development. - Equity and Inclusivity
Gbajabiamila described Tinubu’s leadership as inclusive—a model that shares power, resources, and opportunities across all regions and ethnic groups.