The National Leader of the All Progressive Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has spoken up about the inauguration of former Lagos State governor, Babatunde Fashola as a Minister.
Bola Tinubu and Babatunde Fashola
The All Progressive Congress chieftain has expressed delight over Babatunde Raji Fashola’s ministerial portfolio,
Addressing Lagosians recently at the launch of the Mile 12-Ikorodu road widening and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) operation, Tinubu said that he has no doubt that Fashola will be effective in his new ministerial assignment. He recalled how he was antagonized over the choice of Fashola as his successor, Vanguard reports.
Tinubu said: “We conquered the enemy when they said it was impossible through Babatunde Raji Fashola. You saw what happened when he was made minister yesterday. Lagos took the front seat. I am now a proud grandfather and I have no doubt he will succeed in that assignment.
“Leadership is about how many people you are able to bring up, build up and develop. I have many of them who are extremely gifted and talented. We are in the front row now and we will ensure that Nigeria is turned around and succeeds beyond your imagination,” he said.
The governor of Lagos state, Akinwunmi Ambode reassured the people of Lagos that he would address the issue of traffic congestion and improve road networks in the state. He also pledged his government’s commitment to the infrastructural renewal and development of the state.
“Today’s commissioning is a milestone in public transportation system in the state. It is a delivery of world class transport infrastructure that will bring comfort and convenience to commuters, particularly Ikorodu residents. It is intended to provide efficient service that will encourage patronage by the middle-class thereby reducing the number of private vehicles on our roads,” he said.