Daniel Bwala, special adviser to the president on policy and communication, spoke in Abuja on Friday during a meeting with a delegation from the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN).

Bwala said Tinubu is focused on ensuring equitable governance, security and the welfare of all Nigerians, as enshrined in the constitution.

The presidential spokesperson also reiterated that Tinubu has been guided by fairness in all his appointments, noting that he does not appoint based on religious or ethnic biases.

“He is guided by fairness and a commitment to inspire hope among all Nigerians,” he said.

Bwala also said the president is resolved to confront all forms of criminality without prejudice.

“The directive is clear: all crimes must be met with decisive action. There is no tolerance for evil,” he said.

He told the delegation that the removal of the petrol subsidy has enabled greater budget allocations to state governments for salaries and infrastructure development.

He cited programmes such as the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and the recently increased monthly allowance of corps members as evidence of positive progress.

Chivir Chianson, the CBCN secretary general and the leader of the delegation, presented comprehensive concerns, with a major emphasis on the escalating security crisis in Benue and Plateau states.

Chianson expressed CBCN’s support for President Tinubu, praising his inclusive appointments and bold policy initiatives.

He singled out the removal of the petrol subsidy as a particularly courageous and necessary decision.