President Tinubu Declares End of Reform Era, Ushers in "Age of Prosperity"
Abuja, Nigeria – October 28, 2026 – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced today that Nigeria has successfully navigated the most challenging phase of his administration's economic reforms, marking a significant transition from economic stabilization to an era of "shared and widespread prosperity." The declaration was made during his Independence Day address, commemorating Nigeria's 66th anniversary.
President Tinubu stated that the reforms initiated since his administration took office in 2023 have rectified fundamental economic distortions and established a robust foundation for sustained growth. He asserted that the "age of reform has done its work. Now begins the age of prosperity."
The administration's immediate priorities will now shift towards alleviating the cost of living by reducing production and transportation costs, while simultaneously expanding agricultural output, industrial capacity, infrastructure development, and access to finance.
Citing encouraging economic indicators, President Tinubu reported that the economy grew by over four percent in 2026, with contributions from both oil and non-oil sectors, signaling a period of stable growth. He also highlighted a substantial decrease in inflation from its peak, strengthening foreign reserves, improved stability in the foreign exchange market, and record non-oil export earnings exceeding $6 billion in 2025 as evidence of progress.
President Tinubu acknowledged that while the government cannot erase generational problems in four years, it can alter their trajectory through consistent economic growth, increased productivity, and expanded opportunities. The administration will now center its economic agenda on job creation, enterprise, and industrial growth, with a particular focus on leveraging Nigeria's youthful population as an engine for production.
Economic analysts and international bodies have observed positive shifts in Nigeria's economic stability and resilience. Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, former President of the African Development Bank, commended President Tinubu's reforms, noting their positive impact on foreign exchange availability, investment inflows, and declining inflation.
Despite these positive developments, President Tinubu recognized that many Nigerians continue to face hardships related to the cost of food, education, and healthcare, emphasizing that the government's objective is not merely to manage poverty but to eradicate it through sustained growth and job creation.
The administration has also focused on reforms such as the unification of the foreign exchange market and the removal of the petrol subsidy, which have been credited with improving investor confidence and the fiscal position of the government.
Looking ahead, President Tinubu urged citizens to focus on the opportunities created by the reforms and to collectively build a prosperous future for Nigeria.
President Tinubu stated that the reforms initiated since his administration took office in 2023 have rectified fundamental economic distortions and established a robust foundation for sustained growth. He asserted that the "age of reform has done its work. Now begins the age of prosperity."
The administration's immediate priorities will now shift towards alleviating the cost of living by reducing production and transportation costs, while simultaneously expanding agricultural output, industrial capacity, infrastructure development, and access to finance.
Citing encouraging economic indicators, President Tinubu reported that the economy grew by over four percent in 2026, with contributions from both oil and non-oil sectors, signaling a period of stable growth. He also highlighted a substantial decrease in inflation from its peak, strengthening foreign reserves, improved stability in the foreign exchange market, and record non-oil export earnings exceeding $6 billion in 2025 as evidence of progress.
President Tinubu acknowledged that while the government cannot erase generational problems in four years, it can alter their trajectory through consistent economic growth, increased productivity, and expanded opportunities. The administration will now center its economic agenda on job creation, enterprise, and industrial growth, with a particular focus on leveraging Nigeria's youthful population as an engine for production.
Economic analysts and international bodies have observed positive shifts in Nigeria's economic stability and resilience. Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, former President of the African Development Bank, commended President Tinubu's reforms, noting their positive impact on foreign exchange availability, investment inflows, and declining inflation.
Despite these positive developments, President Tinubu recognized that many Nigerians continue to face hardships related to the cost of food, education, and healthcare, emphasizing that the government's objective is not merely to manage poverty but to eradicate it through sustained growth and job creation.
The administration has also focused on reforms such as the unification of the foreign exchange market and the removal of the petrol subsidy, which have been credited with improving investor confidence and the fiscal position of the government.
Looking ahead, President Tinubu urged citizens to focus on the opportunities created by the reforms and to collectively build a prosperous future for Nigeria.
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