Tinubu Extends Hand of Friendship to Critics, Seeks Cooperation

Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s president since May 2023, has publicly reached out to political opponents and civil‑society critics, urging them to set aside hostility and work together on national issues. In statements and meetings since early 2024, he has emphasized dialogue, promised inclusive governance, and invited critics to join reform initiatives on the economy, security and anti‑corruption, positioning the outreach as a bid to broaden his administration’s support base and promote stability. Views Nigeria