President Bola Tinubu has asked Nigerians to consider themselves better than people in some African countries despite the economic hardships that have been tormenting them.
He said: “Yes, I hear you from various angles of the economy. The fuel prices are biting hard. But look around. Let’s thank God that we are better off listening to what is happening in other African countries, what they are going through.”
President Tinubu made the remarks yesterday night, April 10, at a civic reception in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, after commissioning some projects undertaken by the administration of Governor Douye Diri.
The President made it clear that he is aware of the ongoing economic challenges arising from the Middle East war, but that he will work with the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Budget, and the Head of Service to propose measures to ease the hardship.
He said that he will continue to seek ways to alleviate the suffering of the vulnerable.
“This is a government that cares. We will look at the numbers with the Ministry of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning.”
President Tinubu said the All Progressives Congress (APC) across all levels is committed to improving citizens’ well-being.
“Regardless of their shenanigans, the All Progressive Congress (APC) believes that the people deserve to see governance translated into roads, bridges, power, jobs and real opportunities that affect human beings. That signals the development of our country.
“We are all working hard. The projects that I commissioned today demonstrate and testify to an immutable truth: Development advances further, faster when the federal government and the state government work in partnership and towards a shared purpose.”
He commended Governor Douye Diri for embarking on impactful projects which align with the Renewed Hope Agenda of this administration.
“Douye, you’ve done a great job. I have commissioned some projects, very transformative projects. The bridge, linking communities and the dual carriageways, create opportunities, jobs, and hope for our nation. Thank you for that commitment, and thank you for being a very progressive governor.”
The President recalled his pioneering efforts towards establishing the Independent Power Plant as governor of Lagos State, stressing that, despite the dire power challenges across the nation, his administration will ensure energy sufficiency for national development.
The President had earlier inaugurated several projects, including the 60-megawatt gas-fired Independent Power Plant (IPP) in Elebele, Ogbia Local Government Area, the 630-metre Angiama – Oporoma Bridge, and the new Yenagoa City Road.
