Federal lawmaker representing Ondo South Senatorial District in the 10th Nigeria’s National Assembly. Senstor Jimoh Ibrahim has voiced strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, defending his economic and security policies while emphasizing the importance of change and reform in national development.
In an interview with Newsmen shortly after President Tinubu’s address to the joint National Assembly on Thursday , the Ondo-born politician criticized those who oppose President Tinubu, saying they are unable to build alternative political platforms but are now trying to fault the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for welcoming defectors.
Seeking his reaction to the President’s jab that he will not help the opposition to build or put their house in order, Senator Ibrahim said:
“You can’t help them build their own house. He can’t build another party. He can’t leave APC to build Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) or Social Democratic Party (SDP).
Their political structure is fractured, and people keep drifting into discomfort zones,” the lawmaker said, alluding to recent defections and internal political tensions.
He praised the President’s economic strategy, particularly the emphasis on investment in technology and security.
“The President spoke about channeling funds into infrastructure, security, and technology. Security will no longer depend solely on manpower, but on technology. Last year, he allocated about ₦5 trillion to security, and now we’ve hit 1.8 million barrels per day in oil production. That’s a major achievement,” he noted.
On the performance of the economy, the lawmaker pointed out a positive GDP growth of 3.6%, saying Nigerians should take note of these improvements.
When asked about the recent national honours awarded by the President, he described the process as fair and thoughtful.
“I’ve been honored twice by two different presidents. It’s a real privilege. The people being honored now deserve it. I specifically supported giving national honours to key figures like the former INEC Chairman, Late Humphrey Nwosu rather than naming INEC buildings after him. Naming the INEC building after one person could raise issues, what about future INEC chairs like Jega or Yakubu?”
The lawmaker emphasized that national honours should recognize genuine contributions, not spark regional or political agitation.
Touching on political defection, he reiterated that change is natural and necessary.
“A year ago, people said no one would join APC, but today, people are defecting. Change is the only permanent thing in life. Anyone who refuses to change is like a dead person. People change marriages, religions, homes, why not political affiliations?”
He lauded the President’s collaborative and liberal approach to governance, describing it as crucial for democratic stability across Africa.
“President Tinubu’s leadership is gaining ground among African leaders. His liberal, cooperative style promotes democratic peace.”
