Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Adams Oshiomhole, has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s second-term ambition, arguing that the President deserves another opportunity to complete projects and consolidate the policies initiated by his administration.

Oshiomhole made the remarks at an APC presidential campaign rally in Ebonyi State, where he praised Tinubu’s leadership and suggested that the President had moved beyond the initial learning phase of governance.

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According to the former Edo State governor, the experience gained during Tinubu’s first term would enable him to deliver more effectively if re-elected.

Oshiomhole argued that changing leadership before the completion of ongoing projects could disrupt the continuity required to achieve the administration’s development objectives.

He maintained that Tinubu should be allowed to build on the foundation already established rather than have another administration begin the process afresh.

The former APC chairman’s comments form part of the ruling party’s growing political messaging ahead of the 2027 general elections, with party leaders increasingly making the case for continuity under the President.

Tinubu’s first term has been marked by major economic policy changes, including the removal of the petrol subsidy, foreign exchange reforms and efforts to increase government revenue.

The measures have attracted both support and criticism, with the administration defending them as necessary steps towards stabilising the economy and creating a more sustainable fiscal environment.

However, the reforms have also contributed to significant cost-of-living pressures, leaving many households and businesses concerned about rising prices and purchasing power.

The administration has repeatedly argued that the benefits of its policies will become more visible with time, while opposition figures have questioned the pace and distribution of the expected gains.

Oshiomhole’s endorsement therefore highlights the political argument being advanced by supporters of the President: that continuity is necessary to allow ongoing reforms and infrastructure projects to produce lasting results.

The former governor, who previously served as APC national chairman between 2018 and 2020, remains an influential voice within the ruling party.

His support also comes as political stakeholders begin positioning themselves ahead of the next presidential election.

The 2027 general election is expected to provide voters with an opportunity to assess the Tinubu administration’s performance, including its economic policies, infrastructure development, security response and social interventions.

While the APC leadership has continued to express confidence in the President’s performance, the final judgment on whether Tinubu deserves another term will rest with Nigerian voters.

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For now, Oshiomhole’s message is clear: he believes the President should be given another four years to complete the work his administration has started.