- APC to begin electronic registration
President Bola Tinubu yesterday reiterated his commitment to the sustenance of the progressive ideology in the country.
He said the progressive democracy should offer solutions to the challenges of poverty through the provision of job opportunities for youths and quality education for children.
President Tinubu spoke Lagos, where the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee (NWC) unfolded plans to establish a National Institute of Progressive Studies, lunch an electronic registration and develop a reliable database.
Led by the National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the party commiserate with the president over the demise of the former House of Representatives Speaker Ghali Na’aba, and former Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.
According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the President expressed support for the establishment of the Institute
The President said the institute should be able to conduct diligent research and educate party members on the principles of democracy and good governance while providing a distinct identity for the platform.
He said: “Democracy has faced challenges in the past, but I believe in a promising future for our country. We will deliver it. I am committed to supporting a strong and ideologically-determined democracy that is progressive, inclusive, and focused on eliminating poverty while providing quality education for our children.
“Collaboration with various government arms is crucial, and I commend the leadership of our party for working hard to promote these essential ideals.”
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The President urged the party leadership to target more youths and women in its e-registration and digital membership validation exercise scheduled to be completed in the first quarter of next year.
President Tinubu thanked members of the party for the overwhelming show of support during the campaigns, general election and period of litigation.
He said: “It has been a while since we have had the opportunity to come together, especially since the Supreme Court ruling. I had hoped for a gathering, but the demanding tasks of my office that we fought for have called for increased focus, dedication, and time,” the President said.
On the alarming figure of out-of-school children in the country, President Tinubusaid: ”We must address this issue by establishing more schools, recruiting teachers, and providing at least one meal a day for the school children, aligning with the progressive ideology we aim to pursue.”
APC National Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje said the party will work for victory during the by-elections next year.
He said: “We assure Your Excellency that under our leadership and with your consent, strategies have been put in place to win the support of our people and secure all the seats available for the electoral contest.”