The nation’s capital, Abuja, witnessed a major political mobilisation on Tuesday as thousands of supporters under the umbrella of the Tinubu Mega Group (TMG) staged a “National Unity Rally” in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The rally drew participants from across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, bringing together more than 1,500 groups, including professional associations, civil society organisations, youth and women groups, religious leaders, artisans, traders and grassroots mobilisers.
At the event, the coalition formally presented what it described as the endorsement of “20 million Nigerians” for another four years of President Tinubu’s administration, arguing that ongoing economic and structural reforms must be sustained beyond 2027.
Addressing the gathering, the National Spokesperson of the Tinubu Mega Group, Tijani Ali Danjuma, said the rally reflected the collective voice of Nigerians who believe in continuity, stability and national development.
According to him, despite prevailing economic difficulties and global economic pressures, the Tinubu administration has shown courage in confronting longstanding national challenges through reforms targeted at stabilising the economy and strengthening governance.
Danjuma highlighted infrastructure projects, efforts to revive local refining capacity, economic stabilisation policies, support for state governments and social intervention programmes aimed at improving the welfare of Nigerians.
“The student loan programme has created new opportunities for young Nigerians. Efforts are also ongoing to strengthen the naira, improve food production and reposition the economy for long-term growth,” he said.
He added that the turnout at the rally demonstrated that support for the President cuts across regions, religions and professional sectors.
“To those spreading false narratives and attempting to create division, our answer is simple — the people have spoken. Nigerians are choosing continuity over confusion and progress over propaganda,” he stated.
Speaking on behalf of Nigerian professionals, Dr. Tabuko Kennedy said stakeholders across key sectors of the economy were backing the administration because reforms require consistency and time to succeed.
Representing doctors, lawyers, engineers, academics, entrepreneurs, creatives, artisans and technocrats, Kennedy warned that abandoning ongoing reforms midway could negatively affect national development and economic recovery efforts.
“As professionals, we understand that difficult reforms are rarely easy at the beginning, but we also know that abandoning them halfway can damage national progress,” he said.
Kennedy further declared that “there is no vacancy in Aso Rock in 2027,” a statement that drew loud cheers from supporters at the venue.
Also speaking at the rally, Bishop Kola Oyedepo said Nigeria’s current phase of development requires patience, sacrifice and collective responsibility from citizens.
The cleric urged Nigerians not to allow division and political bitterness to derail efforts aimed at repositioning the country, noting that reforms in infrastructure, education and economic restructuring were laying the foundation for long-term national growth.
“Every wise builder must first lay a solid foundation. Nigeria today is rebuilding and restructuring its foundation for a stronger future,” he said.
He also called for continued prayers for the nation and its leaders while reiterating support for continuity in governance.
Similarly, Islamic cleric Sheik Abubakar Mustapha called for peace, unity and patience amid ongoing economic and social challenges in the country.
According to him, meaningful reforms require time, perseverance and responsible leadership to achieve lasting results.
He commended the administration’s focus on infrastructure development, educational support initiatives and governance reforms aimed at improving national productivity and economic stability.
“We must not allow division, hatred or politics of bitterness to weaken our country. Instead, we must support unity, peaceful coexistence and responsible leadership,” he said.
Observers described the rally as one of the largest political mobilisation efforts witnessed in Abuja in recent months, with participants displaying banners and placards bearing inscriptions such as “20 Million Nigerians Support Tinubu,” “Continuity for National Development,” and “One Voice, One Vision, One Nigeria.”
The rally ended peacefully with prayers for national unity, economic recovery and democratic stability in Nigeria.
