Supreme Court judgement : Ortom congratulates Tinubu over victory
….Assures the President of his support
By Titus Atondu, Makurdi
The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom has extended his warm congratulations to President Bola Tinubu on yesterday’s affirmation of his election victory by the Supreme Court.
Chief Ortom also assured President Tinubu of his unreserved support and prayers at all times.
In a press statement signed by Terver Akase, Media Aide to the former Governor of Benue State on Friday and made available to Nigerian NewsDirect,
Ortom described the judgment as a victory for democracy and the independence of the country’s democratic institutions.
He appealed to all Nigerians to put aside political differences and rally behind President Tinubu as he steers the ship of the country’s development at this trying time in the life of the nation.
The former Benue Governor emphasizesed that now is the time to move beyond politics and unite in support of Mr President while he takes on the tremendous responsibility of governance.
Chief Ortom commended President Tinubu’s commitment to economic reforms, which may be difficult at the moment but will certainly yield positive results in the long run.
According to him, President Tinubu’s visionary policies and pragmatic approach to governance have the potential of fostering a conducive environment for business growth, job creation, and sustainable development.
He also believed that for Nigeria to prosper, it is imperative for the country to begin to produce what its citizens consume and consume what it produces. This, he says can be achieved by creating the enabling environment for the productive sector to thrive.
The former Benue Governor expressed confident that President Tinubu’s leadership will continue to prioritize the rejuvenation of the country’s economy, security and the welfare of all Nigerians.
He urged the President to remain steadfast in his efforts to address the various challenges facing the nation, including youth unemployment and infrastructure development.