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Diaspora Group Praises Tinubu’s Commitment To Fight Corruption

Nigeria Professionals in Diaspora (NPID) has commended President Bola Tinubu’s achievements in the fight against corruption while advising against the creation of a new Ministry of Livestock to reduce the cost of governance.
NPID, which is made up of renowned Nigerian professionals living and working abroad, made this known in a press conference addressed on Saturday in Abuja to applaud President Tinubu on his remarkable achievements since assuming office, his unwavering commitment to fighting corruption, and to advise against the creation of a new Ministry of Livestock to reduce the overall cost of governance.
Speaking at the event, the NPID President, Dr. David Olakunle, expressed the organization’s profound appreciation for President Tinubu’s transformative leadership and the significant strides made under his administration.
“We, the members of the Nigeria Professionals in Diaspora, are gathered here today to applaud President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his exceptional leadership and the profound positive impact he has had on our beloved nation, Nigeria, in a short period,” said Dr. David Olakunle.
The NPID highlighted President Tinubu’s swift and decisive actions to address the country’s most pressing challenges, particularly in the areas of economic reform, infrastructure development, and the fight against corruption.
“Since assuming office, President Tinubu has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to revitalizing Nigeria’s economy and laying the foundation for sustainable growth,” said Dr. Olakunle. “His bold policy decisions, such as the removal of fuel subsidies, have been instrumental in stabilizing the country’s fiscal position and paving the way for long-term economic prosperity.”
The organization also commended the President’s focus on infrastructure development, which has been a crucial driver of economic transformation. NPID praised the accelerated construction of roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure projects across the country, which have improved connectivity, facilitated the movement of goods and services, and created numerous job opportunities for Nigerians.
“President Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructure development has been truly remarkable,” said Mr. Kunle Adebayo, the NPID Secretary. “The roads, railways, and other infrastructure projects being delivered under his leadership are not only enhancing the quality of life for our citizens but also laying the foundation for Nigeria’s long-term economic competitiveness.”
Furthermore, the NPID highlighted President Tinubu’s unwavering dedication to the fight against corruption, which has been a longstanding challenge in the country. The organization lauded the President’s efforts to strengthen institutional frameworks, empower anti-corruption agencies, and hold public officials accountable for their actions.
The press conference also addressed the NPID’s concerns regarding the proposed creation of a new Ministry of Livestock, which the organization believes would be an unnecessary addition to the government’s structure and would increase the overall cost of governance.
“While we acknowledge the importance of the livestock sector to Nigeria’s agricultural landscape, we believe the creation of a separate Ministry of Livestock would be a misguided decision that would further burden the country’s already strained fiscal resources,” said Dr. Olakunle.
The NPID argued that the existing structures within the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development could be strengthened and optimized to address the needs of the livestock industry, without the added cost and bureaucracy of a new ministry.
“Our analysis suggests that the resources required to establish and maintain a standalone Ministry of Livestock could be better utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the existing agricultural frameworks,” said Mr. Ikechukwu Obinna, a senior NPID member. “This would allow for a more streamlined and cost-effective approach to supporting the livestock sector’s development.”
The organization urged President Tinubu to carefully consider the long-term implications of creating a new ministry and to instead focus on optimizing the existing institutional structures to address the challenges faced by livestock farmers and stakeholders.
In conclusion, the Nigeria Professionals in Diaspora (NPID) commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his transformative leadership, his unwavering commitment to fighting corruption, and his focus on driving economic growth and development in Nigeria. The organization pledged its continued support and cooperation in realizing the President’s vision for a prosperous and sustainable Nigeria.
“President Tinubu’s achievements in such a short period have been truly remarkable,” said Dr. Joe Ella Abechi. “We, the members of the NPID, stand ready to work alongside the President and his administration to further strengthen our nation, enhance the well-being of our citizens, and position Nigeria as a global leader in the years to come.”
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PANDEF Clarifies Visit To Tinubu, Knocks Wike Over Inflammatory Comments

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to prevail on the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike to retract his publicly disparaging remarks made recently against the socio-political body.
PANDEF described as regrerrable and embarrassing comments by Wike in the aftermath of the group’s visit to Tinubu at the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, even to the extent of insulting the late former Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South Leader, Chief Edwin.
Recall that the FCT minister had, on Thursday, during a media chat, described PANDEF as “the worst organisation anybody can rely on”, while also calling the board of trustee members of the body “political merchants”.
In a statement signed by PANDEF Chairman on Saturday in Abuja, Ambassador Godknows Boladei Igali, urged President Tinubu as the father of the nation, to prevail upon the Honourable Minister to retract his inflammatory statements and extend due respect to these eminent.
Igali clarified that the meeting with the president provided a valuable platform to discuss pressing issues of national and regional importance. Adding that “PANDEF remains unwavering in its commitment to peace, stability, and equitable development in the Niger Delta. We will continue to engage with great vigour, all relevant stakeholders in pursuit of lasting harmony in Rivers State and the broader South-South region.”
His words: ^To set the record straight, PANDEF the foremost socio-political body representing the South-South regions, composed of some of Nigeria’s most distinguished personalities. The delegation to Mr. President included chairpersons of at least four of the six SouthSouth states’ traditional councils, senior traditional rulers of major ethnic groups, former governors, past presiding officers of the Senate, prominent entrepreneurs, academics, and high-ranking retired military officers.
“It is, therefore, highly regrettable and totally unacceptable that a serving minister in the Federal Government would exhibit such brazen disrespect towards individuals of this standing. This attitude perhaps explains his continued refusal of the Minister to engage with the Peace and Reconciliation Committee, which PANDEF constituted as far back as October 2024, despite repeated attempts to reach.
“The Honourable Minister (Wike) characterized PANDEF as the worst organization ever” and accused its members of visiting the Presidential Villa merely to solicit financial favors. These statements are not only false but also unbecoming of a public official of his stature.
“PANDEF hereby calls upon Mr. President, as the father of the nation, to prevail upon the Honourable Minister to retract his inflammatory statements and extend due respect to these eminent Nigerians and traditional rulers who were, after all, esteemed guests of the Commander-in-Chief. It is apt to remind that the Minister does not own the Niger-Delta and his errant conduct should not be condoned.
“Notwithstanding this regrettable development, PANDEF remains unwavering in its commitment to peace, stability, and equitable development in the Niger Delta. We will continue to engage with great vigour, all relevant stakeholders in pursuit of lasting harmony in Rivers State and the broader South-South region,” Igali stated.
On efforts to restore peace in River State, Igali restated PANDEF’s commitment for peace in the oil-rich State.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Peace and Reconciliation Committee, which remains committed to resolving the Rivers State crisis,” Igali stated.
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