Abati: I thought I could rattle Tinubu during media chat — but he knows what he’s doing

By Ezra Ukanwa, Abuja.

Deputy Chief Whip, House of Representatives and member representing Isuikwuato-Umunneochi federal constituency, Abia State, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his inauguration as the 16th President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Onyejeocha, in a statement, Monday, in Abuja, hailed Tinubu for his sagacity, resilience, saying that his emergency was not a mistake and one that would bring “bumper prosperity under your able and capable leadership.”

She recalled days of his struggles with NADECO, stating that with Tinubu’s passion for a progressive Nigeria, he would lead the country with impeccable and unequal democratic credentials.

Her words: “The country is fortunate at a time like this to be led by a man who is not just an astute believer of the Nigerian Dreams but one with impeccable and unequal democratic credentials. Through thick and thin, you have found reasons to stick to the promise of Democracy, even from the days of your struggles with NADECO, as the only means through which the greatest good can be delivered to the greatest number. Today, that dream is seated right here with us, witnesses to your struggles.

“Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. Today, the baton has been passed over to you, to do what you know how to do best. Without an iota of a doubt, Nigeria has entered a new era. The era of prosperity. The era, when Nigeria’s lofty ‘Dream’ will receive a renewed zest.

“Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a beacon of hope for a truly democratic Nigeria. In the 24 years of democratic practice in the Fourth Republic, this is the first time a pure democrat, worked his way through the ropes to become Nigerian President. This is indeed history! Your unwavering believe in promise of Democracy is a clarion example. Your emergence is not a mistake. It is an aspiration, whose time has come. As a deft manager of men and resources, with proven track records, I am confident that Nigeria will witness bumper prosperity under your able and capable leadership.

“As a man, imbued with the tenacity of a Bulldog, you don’t lack the courage to confront the challenge of nation building that confronts us today, as a nation.

“You’re a recruiter-in-chief. Your greatest strength is the ability to mobilise men, material and money for common good. This time is not going to be different. I am also confident that as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, you can exercise remarkable influence in promoting and establishing justice and peace throughout the country. I pray that the God of life will lead you, as you lead this country and provide inspired leadership across the entire regions of the country in the quest for peace with equal justice.

“On behalf of the good people of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, I extend congratulations to you and the APC family, especially those standout boldly to make this dream a reality.”