US EditionNigeria: I Nearly Quit 2023 Presidential Race
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu revealed that he nearly withdrew from the 2023 presidential race after a relative questioned his decision due to economic hardships from the Naira redesign.
- He faced significant challenges upon taking office, including the difficult decision to remove fuel subsidies, which he deemed necessary despite media backlash.
- Vice President Kashim Shettima praised Tinubu's courageous leadership, suggesting he would be remembered as the leader who tackled Nigeria's complex challenges.
- Senate President Godswill Akpabio described Tinubu as the most audacious president in Nigeria's history, highlighting his ability to make tough decisions for national progress.
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Nigeria: I Nearly Quit 2023 Presidential Race
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has revealed that he nearly withdrew from the 2023 presidential race at a critical moment, after a close relative questioned his decision to contest amid the economic hardships caused by the Naira redesign.
I nearly quit 2023 presidential race, the odds were against me - Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu said he nearly quit the 2023 presidential race. The President said this at a special Iftar held in his honour at the Presidential Villa on Saturday night. President Tinubu thanked guests for their presence, prayers, and contributions to the nation’s development, and appreciated Nigerians for their outpouring of goodwill and prayers as he marked his 73rd birthday. Reflecting on his political journey, President Tinubu recount…
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