In a significant political development, President Bola Tinubu has officially appointed Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State as a Renewed Hope Ambassador. This strategic move was announced on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, ahead of the national launch of the federal government's Ward Development Programme.
Details of the Appointment
According to a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, a key presidential aide, the appointment takes effect immediately. Governor Uzodimma, who also chairs the Progressive Governors Forum, will serve as the director-general for the party's outreach, engagement, and mobilisation efforts. In this capacity, he is tasked with collaborating with the All Progressives Congress leadership and fellow governors to evangelise the Tinubu administration's programmes across Nigeria.
Responsibilities and Expectations
The newly appointed ambassador will be responsible for ensuring harmony, inclusiveness, and strategic coordination across all levels of the APC. President Tinubu expects Governor Uzodimma and his colleagues to actively promote and disseminate the party's achievements and milestones since 2023, thereby reinforcing the message of Renewed Hope nationwide.
Furthermore, the Imo State governor will work closely with other APC governors, who will also serve as Ambassadors of Hope. Their collective mission involves mobilising and engaging citizens while ensuring Nigerians are fully aware of and understand the administration's accomplishments.
Strategic Implications
This appointment represents a calculated move by the Tinubu administration to strengthen party unity and enhance grassroots engagement. By leveraging Governor Uzodimma's influence and position within the Progressive Governors Forum, the federal government aims to create a more coordinated approach to communicating its developmental agenda to the Nigerian people.
The timing of this announcement, just before the launch of the Ward Development Programme, indicates the administration's commitment to ensuring widespread awareness and support for its key initiatives at the most fundamental level of governance.
