The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other northern politicians with presidential ambitions to exercise patience until 2031. Akume emphasized that the North’s turn for Nigeria’s presidency will not come in 2027.
Political Ambitions and Presidential Timeline
Speaking during TVC’s Politics on Sunday program, Akume noted that President Bola Tinubu, a southerner, should be allowed to complete his potential second term. He called on northern leaders, including Atiku, to focus on 2031 rather than the upcoming 2027 elections.
Akume stated, “President Tinubu should be allowed to serve a second term. Those from the North, including Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, should look beyond 2027 and consider 2031.”
He added that even if Atiku were to become President at 90, it would only happen if it were “God’s will.” For now, Akume emphasized the importance of allowing Tinubu to focus on his role of “repositioning the nation.”
Tax Reform Bills and Economic Strategies
Akume also defended the Tax Reform Bills, describing them as visionary legislation critical to stabilizing Nigeria’s economy. He called on Nigerians to support their passage through the National Assembly, emphasizing that they are in the best interest of all citizens.
“These reforms will ultimately benefit everyone when fully implemented,” Akume asserted.
Highlighting some of the administration’s economic strategies, Akume pointed to the removal of fuel subsidies and the harmonization of foreign exchange rates as major steps toward stabilizing the nation’s financial future.
Akume remarked, “It is easy to destroy but difficult to build. These reforms aim to rebuild the Nigeria that was destroyed by previous administrations.” He expressed optimism that these measures would soon yield visible benefits and restore confidence in Nigeria’s economic recovery.
