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2027: Tinubu’s achievements will silence critics, propaganda, says Matawalle

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  • Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, asserted that President Bola Tinubu's achievements will secure his re-election in 2027.
  • Matawalle accused critics of spreading propaganda and falsehoods to undermine the administration's efforts in security and economic reforms.
  • He urged Nigerian youth to reject misinformation and focus on national development, emphasizing the government's commitment to strengthening security and key economic sectors.

Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu's performance will silence critics and ensure his re-election in 2027. Speaking at a retreat organized by the North-West Tinubu/Matawalle Peace and Unity Initiatives in Sokoto, Matawalle criticized opponents for spreading falsehoods and propaganda aimed at undermining the president's achievements.

Those attacking President Tinubu with lies and propaganda will be disappointed. His achievements and commitment to national development will speak for themselves in 2027.

— Bello MatawalleAsserting confidence in President Tinubu's re-election prospects based on his performance.

Matawalle insisted that the administration's policies and reforms have had a significant impact, despite what he described as deliberate efforts by some political actors to mislead Nigerians. "Those attacking President Tinubu with lies and propaganda will be disappointed. His achievements and commitment to national development will speak for themselves in 2027," Matawalle stated. He highlighted Tinubu's leadership in confronting insecurity, implementing economic reforms, and supporting critical sectors.

President Tinubu inherited serious security and governance challenges, but he has shown courage and determination in addressing them. His administration continues to invest in security, infrastructure, education and human capital development.

— Bello MatawalleHighlighting the challenges faced by the administration and its focus areas.

The minister pointed to the administration's efforts in strengthening the Armed Forces and other security agencies, which he credited with significant gains against insecurity, particularly in Northern Nigeria. He acknowledged that President Tinubu inherited serious security and governance challenges but praised his courage and determination in addressing them. Investments in security, infrastructure, education, and human capital development were also cited as key priorities.

It is unfortunate that some individuals have chosen to spread misinformation and negative narratives despite the administration’s efforts to promote unity, peace and progress.

— Bello MatawalleCriticizing the spread of misinformation by political actors.

Matawalle also urged Nigerian youth to reject misinformation and propaganda that could lead to division and instability. "Our youths must reject falsehood and focus on initiatives that promote national development, peace and social harmony," he advised. The North-West Tinubu/Matawalle Peace and Unity Initiatives, represented by Lead Convener Yusuf Abubakar, stated their objective was to mobilize support by educating Nigerians on the president's policies and development agenda.

Our youths must reject falsehood and focus on initiatives that promote national development, peace and social harmony.

— Bello MatawalleAdvising young people to avoid divisive propaganda and focus on constructive initiatives.
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