By Joy Omagha Idam and Emmanuel Fateman
Prominent businessman and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Otunba Adejare Rewane Adegbenro, has called on cabinet members and state governors to take greater responsibility in delivering on government initiatives and supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policy vision.
In a public statement issued on Sunday, Adegbenro emphasized that while the federal government has introduced key reform measures, public officials at both state and federal levels must active demonstrate progress in their respective roles.
“The President has initiated key policy decisions at the centre, and those given responsibility must actively deliver results,” Adegbenro stated. He stressed the importance of unified alignment among public officials in advancing the administration’s goals.
Adegbenro referenced his family’s long-standing political heritage, noting his relation to the late Chief Alfred Rewane, a prominent figure in the pro-democracy movement, as well as Chief D. S. Adegbenro, Premier of the former Western Region. He stated that his background drives his commitment to public accountability and the protection of democratic institutions.
Addressing opposition figures and former public office holders—including former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi—Adegbenro called for open discussion on past administrative track records and public sector performance.
Regarding state-level governance, Adegbenro urged governors to effectively utilize federal allocation disbursements to improve basic public infrastructure, such as primary healthcare centers, educational facilities, and local economic support initiatives.
While emphasizing areas needing improvement, the APC chieftain highlighted the efforts of several public officials, including Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Olayemi Cardoso, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike, Minister of Works Dave Umahi, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform Committee Taiwo Oyedele, Minister of Solid Minerals Development Dele Alake, and Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy Hannatu Musawa. He also noted the youth mobilization efforts of the City Boy Movement led by Seyi Tinubu.
Adegbenro suggested that the Ministry of Information enhance its communication strategy regarding government projects, and recommended that the Central Delivery Coordination Unit, led by Hadiza Bala Usman, release periodic performance evaluations for ministries. He also advocated for streamlined administrative processes regarding duty policies for eco-friendly vehicles.
Concluding his statement, Adegbenro announced a self-funded community development initiative scheduled to launch at the end of the month, focusing on water access through boreholes and economic empowerment programs for women in his constituency.
