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Group Rallies Support for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election, Empower 200 Women in Delta

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  • A group called Friends of Ogiame Organisation Group (FOOG) is rallying support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election in 2027.
  • FOOG argues that Tinubu's administration's economic and governance reforms are essential for long-term national development.
  • The group also empowered over 200 women in Delta State with various items during a conference aimed at mobilizing political support for the "Renewed Hope Agenda."

A group advocating for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election in 2027 has lauded his administration's economic and governance reforms, asserting they are laying a crucial foundation for Nigeria's long-term development. The Friends of Ogiame Organisation Group (FOOG) made this call while also empowering over 200 women from the Warri Federal Constituency in Delta State.

the event was designed not only to mobilise political support for the Renewed Hope Agenda but also to encourage citizens to embrace continuity, stability and national development.

— Chief Mrs. Esther Okotie-EbohExplaining the purpose of the women empowerment program and conference.

During a conference and women empowerment program in Warri, Chief Mrs. Esther Okotie-Eboh, Director-General of FOOG, stated that the event was designed to mobilize political support for the "Renewed Hope Agenda." She emphasized the importance of continuity, stability, and national development, framing the gathering as pivotal for the nation's future.

Okotie-Eboh defended President Tinubu's administration, noting that difficult but necessary decisions, such as the removal of fuel subsidies and the unification of the foreign exchange market, have been implemented to correct long-standing economic challenges. She claimed these reforms have enhanced financial system transparency, boosted investor confidence, and increased government revenue, leading to higher allocations for states.

This gathering is not just political; it is about the future of our nation. It is about continuity, stability, and building on the solid foundation being laid by our able President.

— Chief Mrs. Esther Okotie-EbohDescribing the significance of the event.

The Director-General also credited the administration with progress in infrastructure development across road, rail, and energy sectors. Furthermore, she highlighted interventions aimed at supporting small businesses, expanding food production, improving access to education and healthcare, promoting youth entrepreneurship, and attracting foreign investment. Okotie-Eboh described Tinubu as an experienced leader with the courage to tackle the nation's toughest challenges, citing tax reforms that encourage compliance and revenue generation, alongside programs to cushion the economic impact on vulnerable citizens.

The reforms have improved transparency in the financial system, boosted investor confidence and increased government revenue, resulting in higher allocations to states for development projects.

— Chief Mrs. Esther Okotie-EbohHighlighting the positive impacts of the administration's economic reforms.

FOOG declared its support for Tinubu's second-term bid, urging Nigerians to embrace continuity and stability. The group believes the country is undergoing foundational changes that will yield lasting benefits, despite the acknowledged difficulty of implementing reforms after years of mismanagement.

The journey of reforms is never easy after decades of mismanagement of the country’s resources, but President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has demonstrated the will to confront Nigeria’s toughest challenges head-on.

— Chief Mrs. Esther Okotie-EbohDefending the administration's reform agenda.
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Originally published by ThisDay. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.