Tinubu’s Leadership Mirrors Abraham Lincoln’s, Says Presidential Adviser Daniel Bwala

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has compared the president’s leadership style to that of former US President Abraham Lincoln, citing eight distinct qualities that he believes set Tinubu apart from past Nigerian leaders.

In a post shared on his X handle on Monday, Bwala listed the president’s standout traits as:

• Selflessness

• Cooperation

• Forgiveness

• Open-mindedness

• Discipline

• Courage

• Faith in others

• Encouragement

Bwala said Tinubu’s discipline fosters a culture of excellence that inspires those around him, while his fearlessnessenables him to take bold steps to reform systems.

He added that the president’s strong moral will ensures that, regardless of criticism, his actions remain guided by what he considers right and just.

Drawing parallels with Lincoln, Bwala said Tinubu is receptive to new ideas, forgiving toward adversaries, confident in delegating tasks, and committed to collaboration across political divides.

Bwala also suggested that Tinubu’s political rivals lack these attributes, noting that the president remains unbothered by any perceived plans to unseat him in the 2027 elections.