Daniel Bwala, a former spokesperson to Atiku Abubakar, a former presidential candidate has applauded President Bola Tinubu for choosing to address the challenges Nigerians are facing locally than attend the United Nations General Assembly session.

Recall President Bola Tinubu opted not to attend the 79th session of the UN in New York. The delegation will led by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser, Information and Strategy to Tinubu said in a statement.

According to Onanuga, Tinubu wants to focus on domestic issues.

Echoing the same line of thought, Bwala in a post on his X handle on Thursday, said Tinubu will lead Nigerians through reform to place the country on a genuine path to prosperity.

He said: “@officialABAT is a leader we believe in and a leader we rally around to lead us through this reform that will place Nigeria on a genuine path to prosperity

“Despite the need to attend the all important UNGA to which he would have gladly market Nigeria; he instead chose to stay back and address the tough challenges confronting the product (Nigeria)

“The ability to take tough, hard and courageous decisions is the hallmark of a good leader.

“God bless you Mr President.”