2027 Presidential Election: S’East Elders Forum Gives Reason for Backing Tinubu’s Re-election Bid

By Praise Chinecherem

Some elders under the umbrella of South East Elders Alliance For President Tinubu ’27 have pledged their readiness to support President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027 general elections.

They made the commitment on Tuesday in Awka, Anambra state during the inauguration of the organization.

Addressing journalists shortly after the inauguration, National Coordinator, Engr. Humphrey Nsofor said the decision to rally support for Tinubu was informed by series of transformations witnessed across the Southeast since his assumption of office.

He explained that Tinubu had singlehandedly destroyed the exclusive system for those who brag over their supremacy, noting that Nigerians, under the current administration have equal opportunities.

Nsofor summarized 10 reasons why the Southeast should rally behind Tinubu to include establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), Launch of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative, ongoing major infrastructure projects and Digital and Creative Enterprises Empowerment.

“Other reasons are Livelihood Support and Nano-Grants, signing of national Minimum Wage Law, student loans and educational support, increased oil production and foreign direct investments, vision for a united and prosperous Nigeria and investing in the future of Southeast,” he added.

While challenging those planning to remove the President to be proud enough to give their reasons, the National Coordinator warned that it would no longer be business as usual for those who proud themselves as owners of the country.

He assured the group preparedness to mobilize elders from the South South, South West, Middle Belt and other progressive elders from North East and North West to ensure Tinubu returned for a second term in office.

He said, “After extensive consultation on the political development as it affects Ndgbo, the South East Elders Alliance for TINUBU ’27 decided to pin our tent with President Asiwaju Tinubu without further distractions.

“This is because for a while now, Ndigbo have witnessed a lot of changes in favor of our race with some of his appointments like he appointed our people as members of the Armed Forces ruling council, the Chief of Naval Staff, Head of the Correctional Services, South East development commission.

“We must remember that the plan to fill two Muslim candidates during the last election was to punish us but God turned it in our favour.

“Those who wish to remove him should be proud enough to give their reasons, because it’s no longer business as usual for those who used to say that the country belonged to them. Tinubu has singlehandedly destroyed the exclusive system for some to brag over their supremacy, every Nigeria now has equal opportunities.

“We are saying that in the areas of insecurity, he has proven that it can be handled. Our economy is improving gradually, and one may ask, if those who have destroyed the nation have all done two terms, why should President Tinubu who is doing well not be re-elected.

“The South East Elders Alliance for TINUBU ’27 will mobilize our elders from the south south, South West, the middle Belt and other progressive elders from North east and North west to ensure President Tinubu returns for a second term in office.

“We stand with Tinubu strongly and we shall defend our country from those who wish to destroy it. Those engaging in economic sabotage, fuelling insecurity, banditry, kidnapping among others which are all tools to pull down the government, must stop because we are now wiser and have known better.

“Nigeria is a nation of diverse ethnicities, cultures, and traditions, yet our strength lies in our unity and collective pursuit of progress. As an Igbo man from the South East, I am proud of our rich heritage, entrepreneurial spirit, and resilience.”

Describing President Tinubu as detribalized leader who prioritized development of all regions, regardless of ethnic or religious affiliations, Nsofor said Tinubu has, since assumption of office demonstrated commitment to inclusive governance and has taken concrete steps to address the challenges facing the South East.

“I am also a firm believer in the power of national unity and the need to support leaders who prioritize the development of all regions, regardless of ethnic or religious affiliations. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a Yoruba man from the South West, is one such leader.

“Since assuming office, President Tinubu has demonstrated a commitment to inclusive governance and has taken concrete steps to address the challenges facing the South East.

“By supporting President Tinubu, the Southeast is investing in its own future. His administration’s policies and initiatives are designed to unlock the region’s potential, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for its people.

“From infrastructure development to youth empowerment, President Tinubu’s achievements in the South East demonstrate his commitment to the region’s growth and prosperity.

“By rallying behind President Tinubu, the South East can play a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s future and ensuring that our region remains a key driver of national development.

“As an Igbo man from the South East, I am proud to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu because his leadership offers hope, progress, and inclusivity. His administration’s achievements in the South East, from infrastructure development to youth empowerment, demonstrate a genuine commitment to addressing the region’s challenges and unlocking its potential.

“By rallying behind President Tinubu, the South East can play a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s future and ensuring that our region remains a key driver of national development. Let us embrace this opportunity to build a brighter future for ourselves and generations to come. Together, we can achieve greatness,” he concluded.

Members of Board of Trustees who attended the inauguration included: National Chairman, BOT, Chief Innocent Obi (Anambra), National Director, Media & Strategic Communication, Nze Amaechi Okolie Sadiq (Enugu), National Women Leader, Chief Mrs Susan Offor (Ebonyi), National Secretary, Dr Chris Nwagboso (Abia) and National Treasurer, Engr Nick Osuagwu (Imo).