SGF George Akume tells Atiku, northerners to wait for 2031 presidency

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other northern politicians hoping to win the president have been told by Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), to wait until 2031, stating that the region’s turn for the country’s top seat is not in 2027.

Additionally, he has urged Nigerians to permit the laws to pass the necessary legislative procedures, claiming that they were well-conceived for Nigerians.

The SGF urged Nigerians to support the Tax Reform Bills’ passage through the National Assembly, defending them as innovative legislation intended to save the country’s economy.

Speaking on TVC’s Politics on Sunday program, hosted by Femi Akande, the SGF emphasized that the reforms are in the best interest of Nigeria and its citizens.

“These bills are well-envisioned for Nigeria and Nigerians. Let us allow the legislative processes to take their course. These reforms will ultimately benefit everyone when fully implemented,” Akume stated.

On the 2027 Presidency

Addressing political ambitions for the presidency, Akume called on those eyeing the position to wait until 2031, allowing President Tinubu, a southerner, the opportunity to complete a potential second term.

“President Tinubu should be allowed to serve a second term. Those from the North, including Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, should look beyond 2027 and consider 2031,” he said.

Akume added, “If it is God’s will for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to become President, even at the age of 90, it will happen. But for now, they should let President Tinubu continue his work of repositioning the nation.”

Highlighting the administration’s economic strategies, Akume pointed to the removal of fuel subsidies and the harmonization of foreign exchange windows as key steps in stabilizing the economy.

“It is easy to destroy but difficult to build. These reforms aim to rebuild the Nigeria that was destroyed by previous administrations,” Akume remarked.

He expressed optimism that the results of these measures would soon be visible, restoring confidence in the nation’s economic trajectory. “Very soon, Nigerians will begin to see the positive outcomes of these reforms,” he concluded.