By Adamu Abuh, Abuja
The Coalition of All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives candidates, yesterday, threw their weight behind the decision by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to remove fuel subsidy.
Led by Chisom Dike, the group, at a press conference held at the national secretariat of the party in Abuja, argued that the measure was in the best interest of Nigerians.
The Coalition of candidates, drawn from across the country, who contested election in the recently held general elections, called on well meaning Nigerians to support the President Tinubu-led administration.
Expressing readiness to contribute their expertise towards the success of the Tinubu administration, they canvassed the support of the party leadership to help them in reclaiming what they termed as “their stolen mandates” at the election petition tribunals.
It noted: “The forum seeks the support of all and sundry for the President Tinubu-led administration through active participation in the growth and development of our beloved nation, understanding that the responsibility of progress rests upon each and every one of us.
“By working together, we can overcome our present challenges and create a Nigeria that is prosperous, inclusive and sustainable for all. We commend the government of President Tinubu for his uncommon courage and decisiveness to remove the ‘Elephant in the room,’ which is the fuel subsidy.
“As candidates and representatives of the APC across the nation, we embrace the fulfillment of the Renewed Hope campaign mantra of our President. We recognise that the battle ahead is not an easy one, but we firmly believe in the potential of a better Nigeria. We stand with His Excellency, President Tinubu, and we are committed to supporting his vision for development of our nation.”
Source: The Guardian