Former Minister of Information, Jerry Gana, has urged President Bola Tinubu to rise above partisan politics and demonstrate the qualities of a statesman, warning against leadership driven by the pursuit of political power.
Gana made the remarks on Sunday in Abuja during a press conference convened by Kabiru Turaki, the factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
He said the president should prioritise national unity, democratic values and the interests of Nigerians rather than approach governance as a politician determined to retain or consolidate power.
The former minister’s comments come amid growing political tensions and manoeuvring ahead of the 2027 general election, with opposition parties raising concerns about the state of Nigeria’s democracy and the political environment.
Gana’s remarks also add to the growing debate over the responsibility of political leaders to strengthen democratic institutions and ensure a level playing field for all political parties.
He urged Tinubu to demonstrate leadership beyond party interests, stressing the importance of placing the country’s overall wellbeing above personal and political ambitions.
The press conference, organised by the Turaki-led PDP faction, comes as the opposition party continues to grapple with internal divisions and disagreements over its leadership and direction ahead of the next general election.
