“I Have No Cabal or Sponsors to Compensate” — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has reassured the public that no interest groups are manipulating the economic reforms of his administration. He emphasized that his campaign was self-funded, free of obligations to any individual or institution.

During a meeting with a delegation of Islamic leaders led by Sheikh Bala Lau at the State House in Abuja, President Tinubu stated that his election win was the result of divine intervention, strategic planning, and widespread support from Nigerians. The meeting was covered in a statement by Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale.

“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,” Tinubu declared.

The President highlighted the importance of a good conscience as a defense against corruption and emphasized the need to prioritize the future of children by teaching them good citizenship.

President Tinubu also addressed concerns about protests, warning that anger and hate-fueled demonstrations could escalate into violence and hinder the nation’s progress. He criticized protest sponsors for putting their personal ambitions above national interests, accusing them of holding virtual meetings abroad and lacking genuine love for Nigeria.

On social welfare, Tinubu announced plans to enhance schemes at the ward level, ensuring direct support for the poor and vulnerable. He mentioned the introduction of student loans for school fees, monetary support for education, consumer credit for purchasing cars and houses, and a more than 100 percent increase in the minimum wage.

“We are reworking the social welfare scheme to reach the ward level, which is the closest to our people. We are going to ensure that we re-establish connection with the wards, again, so that we can give allowances to the poor and the vulnerable,” he said.

Sheikh Bala Lau, leading the delegation, pledged continued support for the President through prayers and increased public awareness. “Peace is paramount for us in the country. The first thing Abraham asked God for was peace and guidance,” stated Sheikh Lau.