Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has declared support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid, expressing confidence that the President will secure a second term in the 2027 general elections.
The actress made the declaration during an interview, where she praised the Tinubu administration's policies, particularly the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which provides financial assistance to students seeking to pursue higher education.
Badmus described the student loan initiative as a significant achievement, recalling that many young Nigerians, including people within her age group, were unable to access higher education because they could not afford the cost.
“When I was in uni, I never had the opportunity of getting a student loan. So, I mean, some people in my age range were not able to go to school because they could not get student loan,” she said.
She expressed excitement that students can now access interest-free loans to finance their education, describing the initiative as a major development in the country's educational sector.
“For me, that's huge. Whether we like it or not, nobody can shy away from education. Education is key,” she added.
The actress also alleged that some students who benefit from the loan scheme deliberately withhold the information from their parents while continuing to request financial assistance from them.
Beyond education, Badmus commended Tinubu's administration for its tax reforms and other policies, insisting that the President had performed well since assuming office.
“He has done so well. He has done so well. He has done so well. I don't even know where to start from. Is it the tax reform? He has done a lot. He has done a lot,” she stated.
On the 2027 presidential election, the actress expressed optimism that Tinubu would emerge victorious, saying she was confident of his chances of securing another mandate.
“All things being equal, we know that I know President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will win again,” she declared.
Badmus also dismissed the perception that social media reactions determine electoral outcomes, arguing that political victories are largely influenced by grassroots mobilisation and support.
“Politics is not on social media. It's at the grassroots level,” she said.
She, however, maintained that the priority should be having a leader who genuinely cares about the welfare of Nigerians, irrespective of political party affiliation.
“We want a good president there. Do you understand? So it doesn't have to do with party. Whoever that is there should have the heart of the people. That's it,” she added.
The actress concluded by expressing hope for Nigeria's future, praying that the country would experience greater progress and prosperity.
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