In a surprise twist of event, the former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Udom Emmanuel, has called on Nigerians to set aside divisive tendencies and rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the collective effort to address the nation’s pressing challenges.

Speaking during an interactive session with newsmen at the Pre-Service of Nine Lessons and Carol held at the United Evangelical Church, Surulere, Lagos, on Sunday, Emmanuel stressed that, this is not a period for political or ethnic discord.

“This is not the time to dwell on factors that create divisions, the issues that expand the frontiers of our disagreements and further undermine our national unity,” he said.

He urged citizens to direct their energies toward supporting the President as he confronts the difficulties hindering the nation’s progress.

“Rather, as a people, we must pull together to confront our common enemies by giving every necessary support to Tinubu to enable him to face the challenges that are militating against the progressive movement upon which he has set our nation,” Emmanuel added.

Mr. Udoma Emmanuel and President Tinubu, it would be recalled were never political bedfellows but, fate turn things around at due season of his political gerrymandering hence, the message of support and solidarity by the former governor.

The former governor emphasized that unity remains essential for Nigeria’s stability and long-term growth.

Meanwhile, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno commended his predecessor, Udom Emmanuel for rallying support for President Tinubu, as he confronts the current challenges facing the nation.

In a release by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ekerete Udoh, Governor Eno, thanked his predecessor for rallying support for the President.

“This is a welcome development and a testament to the fact in spite of our political differences, we are united in our support and therefore,must rally behind the President as he confronts the challenges facing our dear nation.

“This, indeed speaks so eloquently about the Akwa Ibom United mantra we have been championing and I salute and thank my predecessor for this patriotic act”, the statement added.