JUST IN: Tinubu Says He’s “Stubborn Politically” and Won’t Back Down

According to a report by PUNCH on 29th April 2026, President Bola Tinubu has announced his intention to seek a second term in office, emphasizing that the increasing insecurity in some areas of the country would not cause him to relinquish power.

He made his declaration during a meeting with Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang and other stakeholders from Plateau State.

He reportedly stated that those trying to leverage the country’s security issues against his administration were actually aiding the goals of his political opponents and hostile elements. Tinubu was said to have warned that such actions were playing into the hands of agents, including his enemies, who wanted to use insecurity as a means to remove him from office.

The President was also described as remaining firm despite growing criticism over security problems, portraying himself as a resolute politician. He stated that he is a stubborn politician who refuses to back down and that he intends to campaign for a second term.

“I’m a very stubborn politician. I just refuse to go. And I will campaign for my second term,” he said.

His comments come at a time when there are renewed worries about attacks, kidnappings, and killings across various parts of the country, with opposition parties and civil society groups demanding stronger measures from the Federal Government.

The report has generated a lot of reactions from Nigerians who shared different opinions. Here are some reactions:

Someone wrote, “If you can end insecurity no body can push you out. Let that be your priority from now.”