The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has acknowledged that while the reforms under President Tinubu might be seen as painful, “they are necessary steps to reposition Nigeria’s economy for sustainable growth.”
Speaking at the inauguration of the new executive committee of the APC France Chapter in Paris, Ganduje also called on all diaspora members to rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reforms and Renewed Hope Agenda.
The event took place in Paris at the weekend, where prominent APC members in the Diaspora gathered.
He further assured the gathering that the party is committed to working with the National Assembly to realize the long-sought goal of diaspora voting, enabling full political inclusion for Nigerians living abroad.
“We appreciate you for holding the banner of our party, expanding its membership, and supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, especially in light of the critical reforms he is undertaking.
“There is now more funding for capital development, and both governors and local government chairmen can attest to this.”
Ganduje, while speaking at the event emphasised the importance of unity among party members in the diaspora, stressing their role in supporting the administration’s economic transformation efforts.
In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu yesterday, commended the efforts of the diaspora in expanding the party’s base abroad through active recruitment of members and mobilization.
Ganduje expressed optimism about the APC’s prospects heading into the 2027 elections, pointing to increasing internal stability and the defection of key figures from other political parties.
“There is peace in the APC, unlike in other parties that are battling internal crises. Because of this enabling environment, many are decamping to our party, including Senators, members of the House of Representatives, state assemblies’ members, and other notable political figures. Our party respects its constitution and practices internal democracy,” Ganduje noted.
In her response, the newly inaugurated Chairlady of the APC, France Chapter, Hajiya Amina Suzuki, reiterated the critical role of Nigerians in the diaspora in national development—not just as economic contributors, but also as political stakeholders.
“The Nigerian diaspora contributes billions in remittances and investments, but we are also thought leaders and proud ambassadors of Nigeria’s democracy,” she said.