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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled its 2027 presidential election manifesto, with the party claiming that President Bola Tinubu has introduced more far-reaching reforms than any Nigerian civilian leader since independence in 1960.
The manifesto, themed "Translating Reforms into Shared Prosperity," was presented in Abuja as the ruling party begins preparations to seek another presidential mandate in 2027.
Speaking during a media briefing ahead of the manifesto's unveiling, the spokesperson of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Dele Alake, challenged anyone who disagrees with the party's position to a public debate.
Alake argued that no previous civilian administration had undertaken the level of structural reforms being implemented under Tinubu, particularly across Nigeria's economy and other critical sectors.
He maintained that the president had taken difficult decisions to address longstanding economic problems, despite the political consequences.
However, the APC's claims come against the backdrop of economic difficulties experienced by many Nigerians, including rising living costs and pressure on household incomes.
Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, described the manifesto as a contract between the government and Nigerians, insisting that the administration should be held accountable for its promises.
He acknowledged that the government's economic decisions, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy and changes to the foreign exchange system, had placed pressure on households.
According to him, the administration's next priority is to ensure that the benefits of its reforms reach ordinary Nigerians.
The manifesto outlines four major priorities: national security, improved living conditions, energy and infrastructure development, and accountable governance.
Among the targets presented are increasing Nigeria's electricity generation capacity to more than 10,000 megawatts, creating one million export-related jobs for young Nigerians by 2030 and accelerating annual economic growth to six per cent.
The party also promised to halve the number of out-of-school children by 2031, install seven million additional electricity meters and expand health insurance coverage.
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, said the administration remained committed to ensuring that economic reforms translated into improved living conditions, particularly for vulnerable Nigerians.
Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, explained that the manifesto was developed through consultations with government officials, state governments, civil society organisations, development partners, women, persons with disabilities and other stakeholders.
For Nigerians, particularly residents of Cross River State, the major question will be whether the promises outlined in the manifesto will translate into tangible improvements in their daily lives.
Issues such as affordable food, electricity, employment, accessible healthcare, better roads, security and opportunities for young people remain important concerns for communities across the country.
As the 2027 general election approaches, the APC will have to convince voters that the reforms it is celebrating can deliver meaningful improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens.
Ultimately, Nigerians will judge the manifesto not only by its promises but also by what they experience in their communities.
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