President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, as the Renewed Hope Ambassador ahead of the nationwide launch of the Federal Government’s Ward Development Programme.
The appointment, which takes immediate effect, also makes Uzodimma the Director-General for Party Outreach, Engagement and Mobilisation.
The appointment was announced in a State House statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.
According to the statement, Governor Uzodimma will, in collaboration with the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and governors of the party, lead efforts to promote and explain the Tinubu administration’s programmes to Nigerians.
The statement noted that his role includes ensuring harmony, inclusiveness and strategic coordination within the ruling party.
The statement reads partly:
“With the appointment, Governor Uzodimma will be responsible, in collaboration with the All Progressives Congress leadership and the governors, for evangelising the Tinubu administration’s programme.
“As Renewed Hope Ambassador, Governor Uzodimma, who also chairs the Progressive Governors Forum, will ensure harmony, inclusiveness and strategic coordination across all levels of the party.
“He will work with the APC governors, who will also be Ambassadors of Hope.
“President Tinubu expects Governor Uzodimma and his colleagues to promote and disseminate the party’s achievements and milestones since 2023, thereby reinforcing the message of Renewed Hope nationwide.”
The Presidency said the appointment aligns with the administration’s ongoing economic reforms, which President Tinubu insists are yielding “positive outcomes” for the country.
The statement highlighted improvements in key economic indicators, including the easing of inflation, a stronger exchange rate and rising investor confidence.
According to the Presidency, inflation has continued to decline for seven consecutive months, reaching 16.05 per cent in October. The naira has recorded stability, while the country’s foreign exchange reserves have grown to over $46 billion, up from $32 billion in 2023, with a net reserve of $4 billion inherited at the time.
The State House also pointed to rising foreign direct and portfolio investments, especially in the oil and gas sector, and an unprecedented boom in the stock market. It added that solid minerals are now playing a more significant role in diversifying the economy.
The administration noted that more than 700,000 students have been enrolled under the government’s student loan policy, describing it as part of the broader national reform agenda.