We are not here to threaten anyone. We are here to demonstrate our constitutional right to freedom of expression and association
By Moses Okorie
Supporters of Team Gbaja on Friday staged a sensitisation and mobilisation rally across Nigeria’s North Central Zone, reaffirming their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and commending the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, for his commitment to public service.
Speaking at the event, the National Spokesperson of Team Gbaja, Tabuko Kennedy, said the rally was organised to encourage democratic participation, peaceful civic engagement, and national development.
Kennedy said the group believes the Tinubu administration should be assessed based on “measurable actions and visible results,” citing what he described as key achievements of the government.
Among the developments highlighted was the rescue of abducted pupils and teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State through a coordinated security operation carried out without the payment of ransom.
He also referenced the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, describing it as a major infrastructure initiative expected to improve transportation, facilitate trade, and stimulate economic growth.
Other achievements listed included the implementation of the Student Loan Scheme, increased investment in road infrastructure across the six geopolitical zones, reforms in the oil and gas sector to strengthen local refining capacity, improved collaboration among security agencies, and economic reforms targeting agriculture, investment, digital innovation, and social intervention programmes.
According to Kennedy, these initiatives have reinforced supporters’ confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda and justify continued public backing for the administration.
He urged participants to remain peaceful throughout the rally, stressing that the gathering was intended to exercise citizens’ constitutional rights to freedom of expression and association.
“We are not here to insult anyone. We are not here to threaten anyone. We are here to demonstrate our constitutional right to freedom of expression and association,” Kennedy said.
He also encouraged supporters to sustain peaceful mobilisation, voter education, civic participation, and constructive dialogue aimed at promoting national unity, security, and development.
The rally ended with participants expressing support for Team Gbaja, the North Central Zone, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.