North adequately represented, involved in Tinubu’s govt- Bagudu
….describes the President as a nationalist whose appointments driven by competence
The Minister of National Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, has said the North is adequately represented and involved in the current administration of President Bola Tinubu.
Bagudu said the region has no reason to regret its support for President Tinubu.
Speaking on Wednesday at a technical session during the Government-Citizen Engagement Forum organised by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation at Arewa House, Kaduna, Bagudu dismissed claims of marginalisation of the region under the Tinubu administration.
Themed: “Assessing Electoral Promises: Fostering Government-Citizen Engagement for National Unity,” the two-day session, which continues on Wednesday, drew leaders from the 19 Northern states and Abuja.
According to the former Kebbi State governor, the administration is anchored on inclusion, merit, and national unity, not ethnic or regional bias.
The Minister described President Tinubu as a nationalist whose appointments and reforms are driven by competence and a clear vision, not political patronage or sectional sentiment.
He also cautioned Northern leaders and citizens against buying into what he described as “divisive narratives” suggesting that the region is being sidelined.
He said, “Those of us privileged to be part of President Tinubu’s team are vigilant and committed to protecting the interest of the North. There is no exclusion, and there is no basis for regret. This is a government of merit and inclusion. Every member of his team feels equally valued, regardless of origin. Yes, perception matters, but the reality is different. The North is not left out. In fact, we are deeply engaged at all levels”.
On the economic outlook, the Minister noted that the Tinubu administration inherited a distressed economy heavily reliant on borrowing and unsustainable subsidy regimes.
He argued that the government’s economic reforms—such as the removal of fuel subsidy, foreign exchange liberalisation, and revenue restructuring—were necessary sacrifices to put the economy back on track.
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