Tinubu is a good man, should be allowed to do two terms, says Tompolo
By Jeffrey Agbo
Ex-militant, Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has appealed that President Bola Tinubu should be allowed to serve two terms amid threats that the northern part of the country may turn its back on the president.
Tompolo said it would be unfair to demand a shift to the north after former President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight-year tenure.
“We don’t want anybody to cause problems. He should be allowed to complete his two constitutional terms, then we will vote for another person to take over in 2031,” Tompolo told Arise Television on Saturday.
“Tinubu is a good person. He has the experience to do everything and carry this country to a higher level.”
While describing Tinubu as a seasoned leader who can elevate Nigeria to greater heights, Tompolo also revealed plans to embark on a nationwide campaign, including visits to northern states, to garner support for his second term.
“We will do our part, even go out of our boundary to the northern part of Nigeria to talk to our brothers and compatriots so that he will get a second tenure,” he stated.
Tompolo added that traditional rulers across the region have endorsed Tinubu’s re-election bid, expressing confidence that widespread support will ensure the president’s continued leadership.
He said, “We are appealing to everybody, and by the grace of God, everybody will support us.”
When asked on his position concerning the Rivers State political crisis, Tompolo expressed optimism about the resolution of the ongoing rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.
According to him, their relationship was not different from that of “Oga and his boy,” signalling Fubara’s return to the office with the help of the president.
“The duly elected governor of Rivers State is coming back. Our president is someone who has been protecting democracy for a very long time. There is no way he will truncate it,” he assured.
