# Statements by Senate President Godswill Akpabio

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> Updated: 2026-08-26T02:37:09.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 2.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has made several public statements regarding governance and political strategy in Nigeria.

In Osogbo, Akpabio addressed the upcoming Osun State governorship election, advising the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, to utilize federal allocations effectively to improve infrastructure and living conditions. He emphasized the need for accountability and urged voters to prioritize development and security.

Later, in Uyo, Akpabio shifted focus to national politics, expressing confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s prospects for re-election in 2027. He credited the administration with economic re-engineering and highlighted the successes of the 10th National Assembly, specifically citing the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) as essential for national growth.

As the 2027 general elections approach, Akpabio has reiterated his confidence in the current administration, stating that the government possesses significant achievements in the economy, security, and agriculture to present to voters. This comes as the APC intensifies political mobilization, including efforts by National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda to seek support in Kano and the endorsement of Senator Abdulaziz Yari to lead President Tinubu’s re-election campaign.

## Claims

- State governors agreed to leverage CNG and electric vehicles to reduce intra-state transportation fares. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- President Tinubu directed the rollout of 500 additional CNG refueling stations, bringing the total planned number to 1,000. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- More than 120,000 vehicles have been converted to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) nationwide. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- President Tinubu urged NLNG to convert gas flaring into economic opportunities and prioritize domestic gas utilization. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- The Federal Government and state governors aim to implement measures to lower transport fares by October 1. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- NLNG has generated over $150 billion since its inception, with shareholders receiving approximately $47 billion in dividends. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Nigeria: Tinubu expands CNG infrastructure and urges NLNG to reduce gas flaring

President Tinubu has ordered 500 additional CNG stations to lower transport fares by October 1 and urged NLNG to convert gas flaring into economic benefits for Nigerians through increased domestic gas use.

28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/godswill-akpabio-cites-tinubu-achievements-for-2027-re-election

### 2026-08-14: Akpabio urges Osun State to utilize federal allocations for development

Senate President Godswill Akpabio urged Osun State leaders to use federal allocations more effectively to improve infrastructure and development ahead of the state's governorship election.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/akpabio-urges-osun-state-to-utilize-federal-allocations-for-development

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