President Bola Tinubu has publicly stated that he bears no resentment towards Stanley Osifo, the sole challenger in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primaries. Tinubu made this declaration on Sunday while addressing party leaders and supporters after officially being declared the winner of the primaries.
During his speech, Tinubu also conveyed a willingness to engage in dialogue with political adversaries and critics of his administration. He emphasized that democracy thrives on diversity of ideas, not uniformity, and is anchored by a shared belief in the nation’s potential.
“To those who despise our philosophy, we offer dialogue and engagement, not anger, confident that the sincerity of our purpose and the result of our work will speak for themselves,” Tinubu stated.
Directly addressing his rival, he added, “I owe you no grudge, including Osifo, who spent his money.” This statement underscores a reconciliatory tone as the party moves forward after the primaries.
Tinubu’s remarks highlight his commitment to inclusive politics and his confidence in the achievements of his administration to win over skeptics.