‘Renewed Hope Agenda Not Mere Slogan but Contract with Nigerians’ —Ganduje

‘Renewed Hope Agenda Not Mere Slogan but Contract with Nigerians’ —Ganduje

JOEL OLADELE, Abuja

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has described President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda as a binding contract with the Nigerian people rather than a mere political slogan.

Ganduje noted this in his remarks at the National Summit of the party held in Abuja, on Thursday.

The summit, themed “Renewed Hope Agenda: The Journey so Far,” served as a platform for party leaders and stakeholders to reflect on the progress made under the current administration and to strategize for the future.

Emphasizing the essence of the Renewed Hope Agenda, Ganduje said it’s a bold vision aimed at redefining governance in Nigeria.

“At the heart of our current political and developmental journey is the Renewed Hope Agenda, a bold and necessary blueprint put forth by our leader and President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

“This agenda is not just a political slogan; it is a comprehensive vision aimed at resetting the foundations of governance, restoring economic vibrancy, and instilling a renewed sense of national purpose,” Ganduje noted.

He further elaborated on the commitment of the APC to this agenda, asserting, “When Mr. President campaigned on the Renewed Hope Agenda, he was not offering empty slogans. He was presenting a contract with the Nigerian people, a bold vision for economic revitalization, institutional renewal, and inclusive development.”

Ganduje expressed confidence that the agenda has transitioned from a theoretical framework to a tangible reality, highlighting improvements in macroeconomic indicators and increased global investor interest.

The APC National Chairman therefore called for collective responsibility among party members towards making the vision a reality.

“The Renewed Hope Agenda must therefore be seen as a collective mission, not the responsibility of the President alone. It is our obligation, across all organs of the APC, to rally behind this agenda with full conviction, to explain it to the people, to defend it with facts, and to ensure that its benefits are felt at every level of society,” he said.

Ganduje further emphasized the need for unity within the party, noting that a strong party is a vehicle for effective governance.

“We must not go into the future divided, unprepared, or reactive. The challenges of our nation require a cohesive, disciplined, and ideologically sound party,” Ganduje appealed.

In a final rallying cry, he affirmed the party’s readiness for the upcoming elections, stating, “We are committed to winning fairly, decisively, and strategically. These off-season contests are not just about states; they are a reflection of our national momentum and a rehearsal for total victory in 2027.”

“The APC is not just a party; it is a movement. One built on courage, conviction, and the collective aspiration of over 200 million Nigerians. The future of Nigeria lies with a strong, stable, and progressive APC. Let us go forward together, not as politicians alone, but as patriots and custodians of Nigeria’s future.”

The highlight of the event was the endorsement of earlier endorsements of President Tinubu as the sole candidate of the APC in the 2027 Presidential election.

Speaking on behalf of the APC National Working Committee (NWC), Ganduje said no other candidate will be contesting the party’s presidential ticket with Tinubu come 2027.

“On behalf of the only body who has the power to field any candidate, I hereby affirm the various endorsements and declare President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the sole presidential candidate of APC,” Ganduje announced.