President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio has thrown his weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the administration marks its third year in office, describing the government’s economic and infrastructure reforms as necessary steps towards long-term national development.
In a statement issued on Thursday to commemorate Tinubu’s third anniversary in office, Akpabio praised the President’s leadership, arguing that key policy decisions and development projects under the Renewed Hope Agenda are beginning to reshape the country’s economic outlook.
The Senate President pointed to major government initiatives, including the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, the Nigerian Student Loan Scheme, the Renewed Hope Housing Programme, the rollout of compressed natural gas (CNG) buses and conversion centres, tax reform efforts, and the completion of the OB3 gas pipeline project, as evidence of the administration’s reform drive.
According to him, some of the government’s most controversial decisions, including the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of foreign exchange rates, were difficult but necessary measures designed to place the economy on a more sustainable footing.
“The courage to remove fuel subsidy, unify exchange rates, and drive infrastructure despite global headwinds shows a President committed to long-term prosperity over short-term comfort,” Akpabio stated.
He also reaffirmed the commitment of the 10th National Assembly to support the administration through legislation aimed at sustaining ongoing reforms.
Beyond celebrating the administration’s achievements, the Senate President appeared to signal early political support for Tinubu’s future electoral ambitions, expressing hope for the successful completion of the President’s tenure and victory in forthcoming elections.
The endorsement comes amid continued debate over the impact of the government’s economic reforms. While supporters argue that the policies are laying the groundwork for future growth, critics maintain that rising living costs and inflation have imposed significant hardship on many Nigerians.
Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023, and his administration’s economic reforms remain among the most consequential and closely scrutinised policy shifts in Nigeria’s recent history.
