By Chimezie Godfrey
Nigeria’s sweeping economic and governance reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are beginning to yield measurable results, the Federal Government declared on Thursday, as it intensified efforts to reshape global perceptions and attract stronger international partnerships.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known during an interactive session with foreign media organisations in Abuja, where he presented what he described as “one of the most comprehensive reform agendas in decades.”
According to a statement signed by Rabiu Ibrahim, mnipr, Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister, Idris said the Tinubu administration had embarked on far-reaching structural reforms across critical sectors, including the economy, security, taxation, education, infrastructure, and social welfare.
“We are embarking on the most comprehensive set of structural reforms in decades, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” the Minister stated, stressing that the reforms are designed to reposition Nigeria for long-term growth and resilience.
He disclosed that Nigeria’s real Gross Domestic Product grew by 3.87 per cent in 2025, marking a significant turnaround from years of economic stagnation. He added that for the first time in nearly a decade, economic growth had outpaced population growth, signalling renewed economic momentum.
The Minister further highlighted fiscal discipline as a cornerstone of the administration’s strategy, noting that the removal of fuel subsidies and the unification of the exchange rate had unlocked substantial savings for government. According to him, these funds are now being redirected into critical infrastructure projects and improved social services nationwide.
On security, Idris explained that intelligence-led operations have significantly contributed to restoring stability in various parts of the country. He added that ongoing legislative efforts to establish state police would further strengthen governance and enhance local security architecture.
The Minister also pointed to investments in agriculture, education, and youth empowerment, noting that initiatives such as the student loan scheme under NELFUND and expanded digital infrastructure were opening new opportunities for millions of Nigerians.
Calling for balanced global reporting, Idris urged international media organisations to reflect both Nigeria’s challenges and its progress. “Accurate reporting requires holding both truths,” he said, adding that the government remains open to engagement and constructive partnerships with the global press.
Also speaking, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, said the country’s reform programme had moved into a consolidation phase aimed at translating policy gains into real impact for citizens.
“We have moved from fragility to stability, and now to consolidation, towards productivity and growth that Nigerians will feel in their daily lives,” Oyedele stated, emphasising the importance of sustaining fiscal discipline.
Similarly, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, said the government was intensifying efforts to diversify the economy and position Nigeria as a leader in Africa’s growth trajectory.
“Nigeria is not just participating in Africa’s growth; we are positioning ourselves to lead it through trade, investment, and industrialisation,” she said.
The session was attended by top government officials, including presidential aides and senior media advisers, underscoring the administration’s commitment to strategic communication and international engagement.
Tinubu’s Reforms Deliver Growth, Stability as FG Courts Global Media — Information Minister
