Dr. Doyin Okupe, a former presidential spokesperson, has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to Enugu as a “game changer” for the South-East.
In a statement released on Sunday in Lagos, Okupe emphasized that Tinubu’s visit to the state on Saturday was a significant turning point for the region, highlighting the president’s genuine commitment to its development.
“The visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to Enugu on Saturday is a major game changer. Any objective observer can easily discern President Tinubu’s open-heartedness and unrestrained affection for the South-East,” Okupe said.
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He further noted that Tinubu spoke candidly about his support for developmental projects in the region, making substantial promises to address its challenges.
“The South-East deserves the attention and support of any fair-minded president,” Okupe remarked, commending the president for his efforts.
Okupe, who previously served as the Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign Council, acknowledged Tinubu’s positive gestures toward the South-East, urging the president to continue building bridges across Nigeria for political stability and peaceful coexistence.
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He referred to the enduring wisdom of the late Igbo leader, Chief Odumegwu Ojukwu, stating that “the absence of an east-west political alliance is a potential existential threat to the unity and stability of Nigeria.”
During his state visit to Enugu, President Tinubu inaugurated several projects executed by Governor Peter Mbah.
These included the Airport-New Haven-Bisalla and Okpara Square roads, as well as the Enugu Smart Green Schools, the Enugu International Conference Centre, and the Enugu Command and Control Centre. Additionally, Tinubu unveiled 150 patrol vehicles equipped with AI surveillance cameras to enhance security in the state.
Okupe’s statement underscores the significance of the president’s visit and the positive impact it could have on the region’s future.
