Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, hailed President Bola Tinubu’s economic impact, emphasizing significant achievements and economic milestones during Tinubu’s inaugural year.
Akume made these remarks during a ministerial press briefing in Abuja, where he underscored Nigeria’s progress across various sectors under Tinubu’s leadership.
“Through prudent fiscal policies and strategic investments, the Nigerian economy has shown resilience and potential for growth. The president has declared his unwavering commitment to unleashing Nigeria’s full economic potential by focusing on job creation and access to capital for small and large businesses.
“Other areas of priority by the administration are inclusiveness, the rule of law, and the fight against hunger, poverty and corruption for the good of the people.
“It is therefore imperative that the public is made aware of such commitments, as well as the programmes and projects being pursued by the government,” Akume said.
He directly attributed Nigeria’s strides to Tinubu’s strategic policies and initiatives, highlighting the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth, job creation, and improving access to capital for businesses.
He emphasized Tinubu’s unwavering dedication to unleashing Nigeria’s economic potential and ensuring the well-being of its citizens.
The SGF reiterated the administration’s priorities, including inclusiveness, the rule of law, and combating hunger, poverty, and corruption, all aimed at enhancing the lives of Nigerians. He emphasized Tinubu’s administration’s focus on economic revitalization, social inclusion, and infrastructural development.
Akume lauded Tinubu’s economic stewardship, pointing to the country’s resilience and growth potential under his tenure. He announced forthcoming measures aimed at positively reshaping Nigeria’s economic trajectory, reflecting Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructure development.
Highlighting key achievements, Akume pointed to the successful completion and execution of numerous infrastructure projects, including extensive road networks, improved rail systems, and modernized ports. These projects, he noted, are crucial for enhancing trade and connectivity and boosting the nation’s economic growth.
Under Tinubu’s leadership, the government has pursued an ambitious agenda focused on economic revitalization, social inclusion, and infrastructural development.
Akume emphasized significant economic reforms implemented to stabilize the economy, attract foreign investments, reduce inflation, and stimulate job creation across various sectors.
He said, “From the outset, President Tinubu’s administration set forth an ambitious agenda focused on economic revitalisation, social inclusion, and infrastructural development.
“The government has implemented significant economic reforms aimed at stabilising our economy and fostering sustainable growth. Key among these is the introduction of policies that have attracted foreign investments, reduced inflation, and boosted job creation across various sectors.”
The briefing served as an opportunity to reflect on Tinubu’s administration’s journey and share the progress made under his leadership.
Akume reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, ensuring Nigerians are informed about the administration’s strides in its first year.
As the nation commemorates Tinubu’s inaugural year, Akume assured Nigerians of the administration’s continued dedication to advancing Nigeria’s prosperity and well-being.