President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that Nigeria was in a critical state when he assumed office in 2023, but his administration has successfully halted the nation’s downward spiral.
The President emphasized the need for a more effective local government system that supports community development and ensures the essentials of governance within a robust federal structure.
During a meeting with a delegation of the Yoruba Leaders of Thought at the State House on Friday, Tinubu highlighted the importance of transformative governance that addresses the critical needs of citizens. Reflecting on his administration’s journey over the past year, he noted that despite significant challenges, the government has made considerable progress.
“It has been challenging. It has been fulfilling as well. We took over, and we have stopped the bleeding. I can say categorically now that Nigeria is no longer bleeding. And it will not bleed to death, but rather will now move to prosperity. That is the promise that I made to you all, and it is also the charge that you gave to me,” Tinubu stated.
He expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, asserting that the worst is over. “We are managing to swim through the pond. The current is not a good one. We will turn the tide. We are turning the bend. This I assure you. I am being very careful. The worst is over for Nigeria. We will prevail,” he assured.
President Tinubu acknowledged the hard work of his team and promised that the government would continue to strive for the benefit of all Nigerians. “I thank the team who have been working really hard. All I can promise is that we will do whatever it takes. We are determined, and we will work so that all Nigerians can feel the impact of good governance,” he said.
He committed to ensuring that every expenditure would bring value, with a focus on leaving a legacy of prosperity for future generations.
“We will get value for our money, and it is not for ourselves, but for our children. Our children will not inherit the burden of bad governance. Yet, they will enjoy the prosperity of Nigeria as a blessed nation from our very hands; from our sweat. We will bequeath to them a nation full of pride and prosperity,” Tinubu affirmed.
The President also called for the enhancement of governance and leadership across all levels of government and institutions. He emphasized his administration’s commitment to fiscal federalism, aiming to strengthen the system to ensure greater inclusion and equity for all Nigerians.
