CEOs of Federal Parastatals Pledge 10m Votes for Tinubu in 2027, Appoint Akume Patron
The Forum of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of federal parastatals has pledged to mobilise 10 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The decision was announced
The CEOs of federal parastatals have pledged to mobilize a staggering 10 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, according to a statement. This decision was announced during a visit to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, in Abuja. The delegation, consisting of 20 members, unanimously appointed Akume as the patron of the forum.
Dr. Kazeem Raji, the chairman of the forum's publicity committee, revealed that Akume's appointment recognized his leadership, experience, and contributions to coordinating government institutions. Raji, who is also the Director-General of the National Board of Technology Incubation, emphasized that the forum would support Tinubu's re-election through lawful, peaceful, and issue-based engagement. He praised Akume's efforts in maintaining the stability, coherence, and effectiveness of Tinubu's administration.
The forum's commitment to securing at least 10 million votes for Tinubu was corroborated by Biodun Ajiboye, the publicity committee chairman. Ajiboye described Tinubu as their principal and reiterated the forum's determination to support him in his re-election bid. The CEO forum sees themselves as the "real work engine" of government policy implementation.
Responding to the appointment, Akume, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Political and Economic Affairs Office, Mrs. Augusta Warrens, expressed gratitude for the honor bestowed upon him. He acknowledged the privilege and the call to serve more prominently, pledging continued support for stronger inter-agency cooperation.
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