As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is gradually entering its third year, the Tinubu Support Organization (TSO) has emerged as a formidable grassroots force championing the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda while laying strategic groundwork for the 2027 general elections.
Originally founded to galvanize support for President Tinubu’s presidential ambition in 2023, TSO has since evolved into one of the most structured and active political support platforms in Nigeria. With a formidable presence in all 774 local government areas, the organization has leveraged its expansive reach to consolidate support for Tinubu’s reformist agenda and deepen the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)’s electoral base.
Championing Reform and Advocacy
TSO has been vocal and consistent in its endorsement of President Tinubu’s landmark reforms. These include the politically sensitive but economically significant removal of fuel subsidies, unification of the foreign exchange rate, restructuring of Nigeria’s tax regime, and calls for local government autonomy. According to TSO leadership, these initiatives are critical steps towards economic revitalization, transparency, and sustainable governance.
Moreover, the organization has amplified the administration’s human development goals by advocating for increased investment in agriculture, healthcare, youth inclusion, and gender empowerment. Its alignment with initiatives like the Basic Health Care Provision Fund, under the Federal Ministry of Health led by Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, reflects a shared vision of improving maternal health, rural healthcare delivery, and immunization programs.
The Engine Room for 2027
With the APC recently signaling support for President Tinubu’s potential second-term bid, TSO is positioning itself as the campaign’s engine room. It is drawing on its operational experience, broad network, and policy-oriented messaging to prepare for an electoral battle.
Key Strengths Highlighted:
1. Nationwide Presence – TSO’s footprint spans from the creeks of the Niger Delta to the far North, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support.
2. Disciplined Messaging – TSO has continued to articulate the administration’s policies clearly and consistently, helping to manage public expectations and foster understanding of complex reforms.
3. Mobilization Infrastructure – Through the deployment of vehicles, resource persons, and grassroots coordinators, the group has demonstrated its capacity for coordinated mass engagement.
4. Empowerment Initiatives – TSO is not just political. It has empowered young entrepreneurs, facilitated housing projects, and organized leadership forums, embedding its presence in local development efforts.
Looking Forward: Strategic Roadmap to 2027
As political activities begin to pick up ahead of the 2027 elections, TSO is not resting on its laurels. The group has outlined several strategies to maintain relevance and deepen its influence:
Peaceful, Issue-Based Campaigning – TSO has committed to promoting non-violent political engagement and focusing on policy conversations rather than divisive rhetoric.
Institutional Collaboration – It is engaging party structures and government bodies to formalize the role of support groups in public sensitization and national development.
Grassroots-Centric Projects – TSO plans to scale its interventions in key sectors like education, agriculture, infrastructure, and healthcare to reinforce the government’s Renewed Hope pillars.
A Mandate in the Making
Political analysts believe that if TSO sustains its momentum, it could significantly shape the political narrative leading to 2027. By combining its campaign machinery with a commitment to development and civic inclusion, the group is not only reinforcing Tinubu’s presidency but potentially paving the way for a strong re-election mandate.
As Nigeria continues to navigate socio-economic challenges and emerging political dynamics, the Tinubu Support Organization stands as both a political vanguard and a mobilizing bridge between the presidency and the people.
Ogbueshi Chinedu Sydney Allanah
Prominent APC Chieftain, Delta State