In a show of support, former Nigerian Presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan, along with other former presidents who attended virtually, passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu during a Council of State meeting held on Tuesday. The meeting, which took place in Abuja, also saw the participation of governors and key ministers.
Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, briefed the press afterward, highlighting that the Council discussed various national issues, including the progress made by different ministries. Ministers from Solid Minerals, Finance, Trade and Investment, Budget, Agriculture, Works, and the Attorney General’s office presented updates on their respective roadmaps, achievements, challenges, and prospects. These presentations were well-received by the Council members.
Alake noted that the Council also addressed recent nationwide protests, describing them as attempts to change the government by force. The Council expressed gratitude to Nigerians for resisting such unconstitutional moves, reaffirming that any change of government must occur through democratic elections.
Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, provided a briefing on the country’s security situation, assuring the Council of the readiness of security agencies to protect Nigeria’s democracy and territorial integrity.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara, who also serves as Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), stated that the governors, like the Council of State members, passed a unanimous vote of confidence in President Tinubu.
Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, reported on the progress of the administration’s macroeconomic policies, noting that the economy is showing signs of growth, with improvements in trade balance, currency stability, and inflation rates. Edun emphasized the continued implementation of measures to alleviate the high cost of living and support various sectors of the economy, expressing an optimistic outlook for Nigeria’s economic future.