{
  "id": 17033459,
  "title": "Tompolo Seeks another Term for Tinubu to Consolidate Reforms",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/tompolo-seeks-another-term-for-tinubu-to-consolidate-reforms",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-29T08:27:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/29/tompolo-seeks-another-term-for-tinubu-to-consolidate-reforms/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Government Ekpemupolo, commonly known as Tompolo, has expressed his backing for President Bola Tinubu's bid for re-election. In a speech at the inauguration of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Imo State, Tompolo emphasized that Tinubu has demonstrated a genuine dedication to Nigeria's welfare and deserves a further four-year term to finalize his transformative policies. Accompanied by Chief Kestin Pondi, the Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Limited, Tompolo presented 30 vehicles donated for grassroots mobilization efforts, aimed at enhancing Tinubu's campaign across the state. Tompolo praised Tinubu as a leader who places the nation's well-being above personal ambitions, stating that the president took bold steps to initiate economic reforms immediately after taking office in May 2023. He emphasized the courageous decision to prioritize national interests over political calculations.\n\nPondi reiterated Tompolo's message, stating that the donated resources would bolster the movement's efforts in reaching out to constituents across Imo State. He pledged the movement's willingness to collaborate with Governor Hope Uzodimma and other political figures in supporting Tinubu's re-election campaign. Governor Uzodimma applauded Tompolo's contribution, recognizing the movement as a crucial ally in the mission to secure another term for President Tinubu. Uzodimma acknowledged the progress made under the Tinubu administration while acknowledging ongoing challenges, asserting that continued governance would facilitate the completion of the president's agenda. He endorsed the door-to-door campaign strategy as an effective means of disseminating the government's achievements directly to the citizens. Asuku, the National Coordinator of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, urged Nigerians to exercise patience, asserting that the reforms initiated by Tinubu would ultimately yield positive economic outcomes. He emphasized that temporary hardships are necessary for enduring prosperity and challenged opposition politicians to evaluate their own records before casting their votes. Uzodimma and Asuku both called upon voters to participate in the presidential election scheduled for January 16, 2027, emphasizing the importance of a broad-based turnout to support Tinubu's continued leadership.",
  "summary": "High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election, saying the president means well for Nigeria and deserves another four years to consolidate",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}