We must never lose faith in the potential of Nigeria. Ours is a great country, blessed with enormous human and economic resources, and I believe Nigeria deserves leadership with the courage, boldness and determination to position us where we truly belong—not only as the Giant of Africa, but as a major force in the global economy.
As the next election approaches, Nigerians will have the opportunity to reflect on the direction of our country and decide the kind of leadership they want for the future. For me and my family, our support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is based on our conviction that Nigeria needs bold economic reforms and sustained efforts to build a stronger, more prosperous and globally competitive nation.
I am a Roman Catholic by birth, and I strongly reject the assumption that belonging to a particular denomination automatically determines one’s political preference. Nigerians are individuals with the freedom to make their own political choices. Within every religious community, there are people with different political opinions, and that diversity should be respected.
I remember an interesting moment in church some months ago. During a sermon, the Reverend Father asked whether things were better in Nigeria today.
Someone responded that they were not. Then a woman named Stella humorously challenged the pessimism, pointing out that the person making the complaint looked remarkably fresh. The exchange generated laughter, but it also reminded me of something important: our assessment of Nigeria should go beyond our immediate frustrations and consider the bigger picture.
At the end of the service, the priest prayed for the success of the government of President Tinubu. That moment stayed with me because, regardless of our political differences, we should all want Nigeria to succeed.
I am particularly encouraged by the increasing participation of women in national development and political engagement. Women are an indispensable force in shaping Nigeria’s political and socioeconomic future.
In this regard, I am delighted by the recent appointment of Dr Betta Chimaobi Edu as Director of Women Mobilization for the Presidential Campaign Committee. I sincerely believe in her capacity, energy, experience and ability to deliver on this important responsibility.
Dr Betta Edu is a strong and determined woman, and I am confident that she will bring commitment, organisation and purpose to this assignment. Such a responsibility requires vision, resilience and the ability to connect with people, and I believe she possesses these qualities in abundance.
We must support and encourage her as she takes on this important assignment. I wish her every success and believe that, with the right support and collective commitment, she can make a meaningful contribution to the campaign and to the broader political participation of Nigerian women.
As Nigerians, we have every right to debate, question, criticise and support government policies. We should do so responsibly, respectfully and with the understanding that our ultimate loyalty must always be to Nigeria.
I am proud to be Nigerian.
We are the Giant of Africa, a nation blessed with extraordinary talent, creativity, resilience and potential. Despite our challenges, I remain optimistic about our future.
Let us believe in Nigeria. Let us participate actively in our democracy. Let us engage constructively with the choices before us. Let us support the leaders and initiatives we genuinely believe can move our country forward.
For me, I believe in the Renewed Hope agenda, I believe in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and I believe in Nigeria.
May we continue to work together toward a stronger, more prosperous, peaceful and united Nigeria.
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!
Dr. Michael Tomori,
PhD Writes from Abuja
