President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigeria’s 36 state governors to let their achievements do the talking, rather than being distracted by criticism. The President made this statement during a two-day working visit to Katsina State, where he emphasized the importance of tangible development as the true measure of leadership.
Speaking while commissioning several landmark projects, Tinubu advised governors to focus on delivering results to their people, noting that “armchair critics” should not derail their commitment to progress.
“Let the people be at the heart of your programmes. Your hard work and concrete achievements will answer any criticism. Ignore distractions — your results will speak for you,” Tinubu said.
During his visit, the President inaugurated the newly completed 24-kilometre Eastern Bypass Road, which connects Dutsin-ma Road through Kano and Daura Roads to Yandaki in Kaita Local Government Area. The project, executed within 18 months by Governor Dikko Radda’s administration, is seen as a major infrastructural milestone in the state.
President Tinubu also commissioned the Katsina Agricultural Mechanised Centre, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming the agricultural sector in the region. He praised Governor Radda for notable achievements across agriculture, healthcare, education, and infrastructure, despite the challenges of terrorism and banditry facing the state.
“We have decided for peace and stability. I know you face terrorism and banditry attacks in the state, but you have shown determination and courage to move Katsina State forward. You will not walk alone. The Federal Government will be with you,” he assured.
Acknowledging the persistent threats of hunger and poverty, Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to food security and agricultural reform.
“The economy is sailing in the right trajectory. We are witnessing an effort to banish hunger. Small and large-scale farming will be encouraged,” he said, adding, “Once we liberate ourselves from hunger, we will appreciate peace and harmony.”
He called for nationwide adoption of modern farming techniques and announced plans to revitalize the Bank of Agriculture to better support farmers across all scales.
“You have introduced a great, progressive movement in Katsina State by just tilling the land and putting it to use. Farming will be our source of prosperity and growth. We must remove ourselves from reliance on oil and commit to agriculture,” the President declared.
Tinubu also expressed appreciation to former Governors Ibrahim Shema and Aminu Bello Masari, and other Katsina stakeholders, for their warm reception and continued dedication to the state’s development.
“This is homecoming, and Katsina is home — home to progress, development, and freedom for good,” he concluded.
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