Tinubu’s sterling contributions to our democracy stand him out, says Osinbajo

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, on Thursday commended the courage, passion and patriotism of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, displayed for many decades in the cause of nation-building.

He stated this in a congratulatory message he sent to Tinubu after winning the presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress in the 2023 general elections.

According to Osinbajo, Tinubu’s sterling contributions to Nigeria’s democracy and its progress stand him out, adding that his wealth of experience will be critical in the party’s continued efforts to attain a more secure and prosperous Nigeria.

Tinubu was on Wednesday declared the winner of the APC primary elections.

He got a half of the total votes to beat his major opponents, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and the former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi.

Osinbajo also congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari and all leaders of the APC for a successful special convention and presidential primary.

The VP called on all members of the party, regardless of who they voted for in the primaries to unite and rally round the presidential candidate to ensure victory for the party in 2023 elections.

Below is the full statement signed personally by the Vice President:

I congratulate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory at our party primaries and his emergence as the Presidential Candidate and Flagbearer of our great party, the APC for the forthcoming 2023 Presidential Elections.

I also congratulate President Muhammadu Buhari and all leaders of the APC for a successful Special Convention and Presidential Primary.

For many decades, our Flagbearer has shown passion, patriotism, courage and determination in the cause of nation-building. His sterling contributions to our democracy and its progress stand him out. His wealth of experience will certainly be critical in our party’s continued efforts to attain a more secure and prosperous Nigeria.

To all members of our great party, regardless of who you voted for at the primaries, we must now unite behind our Presidential Candidate and Flagbearer to ensure victory for our party in the 2023 elections.

As true progressives, we must remain strong and united in pursuing our collective vision as a party toward building a country that can provide a decent life and livelihoods for all our people.

Professor Yemi Osinbajo, SAN
Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
9th June 2022