Nigerian actor and politician, Desmond Elliot, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s statement, where he described himself as “Buhari and Buhari is me,” shows a strong commitment to governance and continuity in leadership.
This was contained in a report published by TVC on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Elliot made the comment during an interview where he reacted to the President’s approach to governance and how he has handled criticisms since assuming office.
He explained that Tinubu’s statement suggests he is willing to accept both the achievements and challenges of the previous administration, instead of distancing himself from it. According to him, this kind of leadership shows responsibility and determination to keep the country moving forward.
Elliot added that governance is often difficult, and it is easy for leaders to blame past administrations for present challenges, but Tinubu’s approach reflects accountability.
Here’s what he said,
“I will give him kudos for not bringing down the previous government. It is so easy to say I inherited this and that from the last government. Trust me, because I am also in the circle of government and I know what he inherited. But for him to say ‘I am Buhari and Buhari is me,’ meant he is ready to take both asset and liability…..See More
