On Thursday, Lai Mohammed, the Minister of Information and Culture, stated that President Muhammadu Buhari (PMB) fully supports the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate for the 2023 election, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.Information Guide Nigeria
Mohammed made this clarification in Abuja during the 22nd edition of the PMB administration’s scorecard series (2015-2023).
According to him, his remarks that “the President is committed to free, fair, and credible elections, and that he is doing all necessary to provide a level playing field for all contenders” were misconstrued in some quarters.
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“Yesterday (Wednesday), while reacting to a question at the post-Federal Executive Council (FEC) briefing at the State House, I said, inter alia, that Mr. President is committed to a free, fair, and credible election.
“This comment has been misinterpreted in some circles, especially with regards to Mr. President’s support for the presidential candidate of our party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu.NYSC portal
“I want to say, unequivocally, that Mr. President is in total support of our party’s flag bearer, and that is attested to by his continuing campaign with the candidate across the country.
“It is preposterous to even suggest that Mr. President, who is the leader of our party, is equivocating in his support for our presidential candidate.JAMB Result
“I hope this clears any ambiguity that may have arisen from my statement yesterday,” the Minister said.
