By Oluwakemi Kindness
President Bola Tinubu says his administration’s reforms rescued Nigeria’s economy from bankruptcy and placed the country on a path to prosperity.
The President made the remarks on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving the leadership of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), led by its President, Most Rev. Matthew Ndagoso.
Tinubu said his government has stabilised the economy, restored confidence and laid a solid foundation for growth despite inheriting serious economic challenges.
“I can tell you categorically with sincerity that the country has been placed on a sound footing. The economy has recovered. The alarm for bankruptcy and dark tunnel of uncertainty that we had when I came in has been changed,” he said.
According to presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga in a statement, the President says the nation’s economic outlook has improved, with citizens beginning to regain hope.
“The economy has been delivered from bankruptcy. This government has stabilised, and there is prosperity on the horizon. Life is improving,” Tinubu added.
On security, the President said his administration is restructuring security institutions to improve intelligence gathering, logistics and the welfare of frontline personnel.
He expressed confidence that the reforms would strengthen the fight against terrorism, banditry and kidnapping across the country.
“We don’t have another country but here – this Nigeria. In our complexity and diversity, we shall thrive, live, rejoice and be good to all,” he said.
Tinubu also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to expanding access to higher education.
He said the approval of more universities and the implementation of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) would help more young Nigerians pursue tertiary education.
“I believe in what you believe; we should embrace education to get out of poverty,” the President said.
Earlier, CBCN President, Most Rev. Matthew Ndagoso, commended Tinubu for receiving Archbishop Paul Gallagher during the celebration of 50 years of diplomatic relations between Nigeria and the Vatican.
Ndagoso, however, urged the Federal Government to address insecurity, improve access to quality tertiary education, reduce poverty and strengthen democratic institutions.
He also appealed for the return of mission schools, equal treatment for all religious groups and the provision of worship centres without discrimination.
The Archbishop of Kaduna further urged President Tinubu to ensure free, fair and credible elections in 2027, saying such a legacy would strengthen Nigeria’s democracy.
