President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser on Public Communications and Media to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has made a bold claim about the president’s physical health. According to Bwala, President Tinubu is “physically fitter than most presidents in advanced countries”. This statement comes amid scrutiny over Tinubu’s frequent foreign medical trips and early endorsements for the 2027 elections.
Bwala’s assertion highlights Tinubu’s robust health, dismissing speculations about his well-being. The presidential aide emphasizes that Tinubu has passed a mid-term assessment “with distinction”, citing notable achievements such as enabling state governments to recruit vigilantes, procure equipment for surveillance and intelligence gathering, and enhancing law enforcement capabilities through local government autonomy.
Additionally, Tinubu’s administration has made significant strides in healthcare improvements, registering nearly 10 million Nigerians in the national healthcare system, providing free caesarean sections, and offering subsidies on certain prescription drugs. The president has also implemented a rice policy that makes rice available to Nigerians across all levels, improving food access for low-income earners.
Bwala attributes the early endorsements for Tinubu’s second term to the All Progressives Congress’s internal mid-term assessment tradition, rather than a power consolidation strategy. This process, according to Bwala, evaluates the president’s performance and determines whether they are worthy of continued leadership. The APC’s tradition of conducting mid-term assessments reflects the party’s commitment to accountability and good governance.
The claims about Tinubu’s health and performance have sparked discussions about his potential for a second term. While some may question the basis for Bwala’s claims, the presidential aide’s statements underscore the administration’s confidence in Tinubu’s leadership and vision for Nigeria’s future.
