Arewa Voters Assembly Backs Tinubu's Economic Policies
The Arewa Voters Assembly (AVA) issued a statement on October 13, 2026, defending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's economic policies, referencing the World Bank's October 2026 Nigeria Development Update. The report indicates that Nigeria's gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 4.2% in the first half of 2026, up from 3.9% in the same period of 2025.
AVA highlighted the government's decision to waive over N3.3 trillion in fuel-related taxes, tariffs, and import duties as a commitment to alleviating high fuel prices' impact on citizens. The statement, signed by AVA National Coordinator Comrade Iliasu Musa and Secretary Comrade Paul Katuka, also noted a decline in inflation from 27.6% in January 2025 to 15.2% in December 2025, with further decreases expected.
Additionally, Nigeria's current account surplus increased to $12 billion in the first half of 2026. AVA reported a 69% increase in federation revenues and a 151% rise in state governments' capital expenditure, enabling investments in essential infrastructure.
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