Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs, Oluwole Oke (APC, Osun) said on Friday that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains the most civil and tolerant president Nigeria has ever had.
Oke, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, said despite opposition from all angles, including within his party and geo-political zone, the president had remained “unwavering in his respect for fundamental human rights of Nigerians.”
He said in a statement in Abuja that despite criticisms from opposition parties, within the APC, and even from the president’s own South-west base, “no one has been harassed or persecuted; a sharp departure from past administrations.”
The Osun lawmaker applauded the president’s economic courage in removing petroleum subsidy, describing it as a “decisive move” that broke the grip of entrenched interests and ensured that public revenues now get to the federation account and are fairly distributed in line with the Constitution.
While saying, “This is the essence of fiscal federalism,” Oke praised the administration’s commitment to youth empowerment, citing the establishment of the Students Loan Fund and the unprecedented number of young Nigerians appointed into ministerial and MDA leadership roles.
According to him, “No other Nigerian president has matched this feat.”
He acknowledged President Tinubu’s successful diplomatic engagements, including securing a $2.5 billion agricultural investment from Brazil and restoring Nigeria’s international credibility, as reflected in the country’s removal from the IMF debtor list.
He said further that the President’s commitment to peace, support for traditional and religious leaders, non-interference in the operations of anti-corruption agencies, and ongoing reforms in the security architecture were also highlighted as marks of visionary leadership.
“Security is a shared responsibility,” Oke emphasised, urging citizens to support ongoing efforts to secure the nation.
“On all fronts, economy, rights, education, diplomacy, security, and governance, Mr. President has delivered and continues to lead with courage and compassion. He is truly the father of a new Nigeria,” he said.