Transporters’ Group endorses Tinubu for 2027, calls on Nigerians to support reelection
The Convener and National Coordinator of Transporters for Tinubu 2027 Support Group, Dr. Prince Segun Obayendo has called on Nigerians to endorses President Ahmed Tinubu’s reelection in 2027 general elections.
He made the disclosure while making his keynote address at a media conference held in Abuja on Thursday.
The Convener tasked on citizens to rallying support for Tinubu’s re-election, citing his efforts towards tackling bad roads , poverty and unemployment in the country with beneficial programmes.
He said:”I welcome you all to this important gathering of Transporters for Tinubu, a movement born out of one conviction: when transport moves, Nigeria moves.
“Every day across this nation, millions of Nigerians rely on transportation to work, trade, study, visit family, and live their lives. But behind every trip, by road, rail, air, or water, there are transporters: the drivers, pilots, hostesses, seafarers, deckhands, signal operators, locomotive engineers, pipeline operators, dispatchers, mechanics, union members, logistics operators, and all who keep people and goods moving safely and efficiently.
“We are the heartbeat of the nation’s economy, yet too often, our struggles are ignored.The truth is plain: if transport stops, the nation stops. That is why we are building this platform, Transporters for Tinubu 2027, to bring together over two million transporters nationwide to support and strengthen the vision of renewed infrastructure, better roads, safer journeys, and dignified work for all Nigerians in the transport industry.”
According to him, Nigeria is confronted with the issues of poor road conditions as one of the biggest causes of road crashes in Nigeria. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) reported over 5,421 deaths in road accidents in 2024, that is more than 13 Nigerians dying every day on our highways.
Dr. Obayendo stressed that transporters for Tinubu is not a political club, it is a people’s movement. We are not waiting for change to come from above; we are organising from the ground up to make sure that the sector gets the attention, reforms, and investment it deserves.
He added: “We have seen encouraging signs, road rehabilitation across several states, the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway nearing completion, the revival of the Abuja–Kaduna and Warri–Itakpe rail lines, and efforts to modernise our ports.
“Our vision is clear for a safer Roads with safer vehicles, training, and enforcement. Modern Parks and Terminals: Clean, organised spaces that treat drivers and passengers with dignity.
Professional Transporters: Drivers and operators trained, certified, and respected as professionals.
“Efficient Systems by ensuring less congestion, more coordination between roads, rail, and waterways.Digital Transport Future: Using technology to track, manage, and secure our transport operations nationwide.”
He attributed that they are are not here to complain but to contribute their quota to the vision and direction of President Tinubu’s leadership.
The Convener reiterated, “To every drivers, pilots, seafarers, conductors, , it’s time to stand together. Let’s unite under one voice, one vision, and one purpose.Let’s show that transporters are not just voters; we are builders of the nation’s future.
“Join us in every state, every local government, every park, every terminal, every port , every pipeline and every station.Let’s build a stronger network, contribute our ideas, and make our voice heard in policy discussions. Together, we can make our roads, air, rail, pipeline and waters safer, our businesses stronger, and our country better.”
On her part the National Secretary of the group, Mrs. Chinwe Uwaegbute said today they officially inaugurated Transporters for Tinubu 2027 Support Group; a nationwide movement of over 2 million transporters across air, land, rail and sea.
She said: “We have come together under one umbrella because we have seen, felt, and believed in the transformative impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration on Nigeria’s transport sector.
“From the ongoing revitalization of our railway systems, including the landmark Lagos-Ibadan rail and coastal rail projects, to the strategic push for CNG-powered transport and the massive investment in road infrastructure nationwide, this government has demonstrated that transportation is not an afterthought, but a key pillar of national development. This commitment extends to our skies, with the recent Federal Executive Council approval for the construction of the NAMA headquarters, the concession of Port Harcourt airport, and other critical aviation projects.
“We have witnessed firsthand the commitment to building not just roads and rails, but a modern, integrated, and sustainable transport ecosystem that connects people, powers commerce, and creates opportunities for millions.”
The National Secretary emphasized that their mission is to mobilize, educate, and galvanize transporters and transport stakeholders across all 774 local government areas in support of President Tinubu’s continuity agenda in 2027.