Why we’re rooting for Tinubu’s re-election — TRAG

The Tinubu Re-Election Action Group (TRAG) is actively campaigning for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election, praising his administration's "bold reforms and policies." The group specifically points to the removal of the fuel subsidy, an increase in salaries for military personnel, direct allocation of funds to local governments, and the student loan scheme as significant achievements.

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People don’t know the importance of the military as a pillar of democracy. It was not long ago that President Tinubu approved a new salary structure for military personnel, something that had not been done by successive governments before him.

Amb. Akinwande Jonathan Oludiya, the National Coordinator of TRAG, announced the organization's focus on disseminating information about the Tinubu administration's accomplishments to Nigerians and mobilizing support for a second term in the 2027 presidential election. Oludiya emphasized the importance of the military as a pillar of democracy, noting President Tinubu's approval of a new salary structure for military personnel, a move he stated had not been undertaken by previous governments.

Regarding the fuel subsidy removal, Oludiya acknowledged the subsequent hardships but stated that President Tinubu should not be blamed for the aftermath. He also defended the direct allocation of funds to local governments, asserting that the President cannot be held responsible for governors' failure to implement the law. Furthermore, Oludiya claimed that all states have felt the impact of the administration's road infrastructure policies.

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He removed the fuel subsidy. Nobody did that before him, and we cannot blame him for the aftermath of the subsidy removal.

The unveiling of TRAG's national leadership directory marks a significant step in its grassroots mobilization strategy. Oludiya described TRAG as an independent, nationwide political support organization dedicated to promoting peace, responsible political engagement, and grassroots participation in support of the Tinubu-Shettima administration. The organization has established structures across all six geopolitical zones, the Federal Capital Territory, and the 774 local government areas.

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He approved the direct allocation of funds to local governments, and he cannot be blamed for the failure of governors to implement the law.

TRAG's vision includes fostering a strong, united, and sustainable grassroots movement. Its programs will focus on women and youth empowerment, agriculture, food security, cooperative development, small business opportunities, voter education, and community engagement. Oludiya stressed that political participation should extend beyond election periods, emphasizing its role in people's lives, opportunities, and community development.

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In the area of infrastructure provision, there is no state that has not felt the impact of the administration’s road infrastructure policy.