{
  "id": 18779242,
  "title": "Tinubu deserves second term to consolidate reforms, says Yilwatda",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/tinubu-deserves-second-term-to-consolidate-reforms-says-yilwatda-18779242",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T20:00:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/tinubu-deserves-second-term-to-consolidate-reforms-says-yilwatda/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, recently expressed his belief that President Bola Tinubu should secure a second term in office to solidify the economic reforms and infrastructure development projects initiated by the current administration. In an address during the campaign train reception for President Tinubu in Port Harcourt, Yilwatda praised the Tinubu-Shettima ticket as one of the most formidable political alliances in Nigeria's history. He credited Tinubu with courageous leadership and a commitment to national development, highlighting the President's determination to tackle significant challenges like the removal of fuel subsidy and the economic hurdles inherited by his administration. Despite the difficulties associated with ongoing reforms, Yilwatda emphasized that the administration has remained dedicated to an ambitious infrastructure development plan, particularly through significant superhighway projects nationwide. He reiterated that the continuation of the current leadership would allow for the consolidation of policies and projects. Yilwatda expressed optimism about the political backing President Tinubu enjoys, especially in Rivers State, where governors Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike are anticipated to mobilize support for Tinubu's re-election in January 2027. He reiterated his confidence in the administration's Renewed Hope Agenda, vowing to sustain it for a brighter future for all Nigerians.",
  "summary": "Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stated that President Bola Tinubu deserves a second term to consolidate his administration's economic reforms and infrastructure development initiatives. According to Punch Nigeria, Yilwatda made these remarks during a post on X on Saturday while in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for the reception of President Tinubu’s campaign train.\n\nYilwatda described the Tinubu-Shettima ticket as one of the most formidable political combinations in Nigerian history. Punch Nigeria reports that he praised the President's courageous leadership and his political will to address difficult national issues, such as the removal of the fuel subsidy and inherited economic difficulties.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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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."
}