Bola Tinubu, the former governor of Lagos State, has emerged as the presidential candidate of Nigeria's ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), for the 2023 general elections. Tinubu's victory at the national convention in Abuja on Wednesday, May 3, came after he defeated 13 other aspirants, including Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi.
Tinubu's victory is a significant boost to his chances of winning the presidential election in 2023. He is a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and has been touted as a strong contender for the presidency. Tinubu's political career began in the early 1990s when he became a senator under the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). He was later elected governor of Lagos State in 1999 and served two terms in office. Since then, he has remained an influential figure in Nigerian politics and is widely regarded as one of the most powerful politicians in the country.
In his acceptance speech, Tinubu promised to unite Nigeria and build a better future for all Nigerians. He emphasized his commitment to tackling insecurity, corruption, and poverty, which are major challenges facing the country. Tinubu called on Nigerians to join him in the quest to make Nigeria a better place for all.
Tinubu's victory has generated mixed reactions from Nigerians, with some celebrating his emergence as the APC presidential candidate, while others have criticized his candidacy. His critics argue that he has too much power and influence in Nigerian politics and that his presidency could lead to the consolidation of power in the hands of a few individuals.
However, Tinubu's supporters believe that his experience as a governor, his role in the formation of the APC, and his contributions to the development of Lagos State make him the best candidate for the job. They also point to his success in building political alliances and his ability to connect with people from different regions of the country.
Tinubu's victory at the APC national convention sets the stage for what promises to be a keenly contested presidential election in 2023. The opposition People's Democratic Party (PDP) is expected to field a strong candidate to challenge Tinubu's candidacy, and the election is likely to be closely watched by the international community.
