Bola Tinubu, the President-elect of Nigeria, has urged all citizens, regardless of their political affiliations, to work together towards a better future for the country.
In a statement on Thursday, he emphasized that he seeks to create a government of national competence and unity. According to him, this is not just for himself and his supporters but for all Nigerians.
Tinubu acknowledged that asking those who did not vote for him to change their political affiliation would be undemocratic. However, he called on them to fulfil their “patriotic duty as the loyal opposition” and work with him for the greater good of Nigeria.
He said, “To those of you who did not vote for me, I ask you to believe in Nigeria and in the capacity of your fellow citizens. Even those who voted differently than you. The better Nigeria I seek is not just for me and my supporters. It is equally yours.”
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Tinubu also emphasized that his government would be selected based on ability and performance, not political considerations. He said:
“I shall assemble competent men and women and young people from across Nigeria to build a safer, more prosperous, and just Nigeria. Whether your faith leads you to pray in a church or mosque will not determine your place in government. Character and competence will.”
He concluded his statement by emphasizing that the country’s greatness can only be achieved if all Nigerians unite to support him in his bid to improve the country.
“I ask that we work together as Nigerians for Nigeria. Those who voted for me, I ask that you continue to believe in our policies and plans for the country. I also ask that you reach out to your brothers and sisters who did not vote as you did. Extend to them the hand of friendship, reconciliation, and togetherness”, he said.
