Tinubu Must Stay Initiative Launched to Support Tinubu

The Tinubu Must Stay (TMS) initiative was launched to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid as campaigns for the 2027 general election gain momentum. At the inaugural press briefing in Abuja, National Convener Ibrahim Uba emphasized the need for Nigerians to back the current administration, citing achievements in economic reform and student loans.

Uba acknowledged the economic burdens resulting from significant policy changes since Tinubu took office on May 29, 2023, including the removal of the petrol subsidy and foreign-exchange reforms. He argued that discontinuing these reforms would undermine citizens' sacrifices and hinder long-term national development.

Uba stated that TMS focuses on fact-based counter-narratives, evidence-driven alternatives on government programs, and civic engagement. He noted that Nigeria's real GDP growth reached 4.43% in Q2 2026, and inflation slightly decreased to 15.39% in August 2026.

Uba also highlighted that over 1.5 million students benefited from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, with over ₦282 billion disbursed.