A socio-political group, Tinubu Hope of Nigeria, declared Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as their preferred choice on Wednesday in Akure at a solidarity meeting.
According to the group, the former governor of Lagos State has all it takes to run the affairs of the nation successfully.
Convener and vice-chairman of the Group, Mr Rotimi Olorunfemi said it was concerned about progress of the nation.
“With Tinubu, we see revitalisation of Nigeria. We see him as the hope of Nigeria. We see him as the right man for the office of the President of Nigeria.
“We see him as a man who can effect a paradigm shift; a man who can rebuild Nigeria. We see him as the man who can rekindle the regeneration of Nigeria,’’ he said.
Olorunfemi said he regarded Tinubu as a man that would restore peace, bring businesses back to life and make industries to thrive.
“Talking about the man Tinubu, it is God that gives life. When I hear people deride his health status, I realise that most of these people have never had a personal encounter with Asiwaju.
“Recently I had the privilege to sit down with Asiwaju, he’s healthy; I can say that anywhere.
“He is a man of profound intellectual gift. He is sound. Like Asiwaju said himself, the work of the president is not about moulding blocks.
“We need someone who can use his power of intellect, global goodwill and connection to rebuild and recreate the Nigeria of our dream. No one can de-market Asiwaju, He is a brand on his own,’’ Olorunfemi said.
Speaking on the declaration by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo’s to also contest the presidency, and the simmering psychic battle between supporters of the duo, Olorunfemi assured that the dust raised by would soon settle down.
He said the people of the Southwest would resolve the issue and a block vote would be delivered to Tinubu at the 2023 presidential election.
According to him, Yoruba people will always pursue what is best for the country and Tinubu is the best for Nigeria.
“I am of the firm belief that at the appropriate time, we will all queue behind Tinubu.
“There will be no dissenting voice in the Southwest. I can assure you; it’s going to be a block vote.