Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria's Economic Reforms

During a high-level conversation at the 2026 Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed his administration's commitment to comprehensive economic reforms necessary for stabilizing Nigeria's economy and averting fiscal collapse. He acknowledged the difficult decisions taken to ensure economic growth amid global uncertainties.

President Tinubu emphasized the critical role of taxation in funding national development, stating that sustainable economic growth cannot be achieved unless citizens and businesses fulfill their tax obligations. He described the measures as painful but essential for Nigeria's long-term economic stability.

The President also addressed the need for infrastructure development, healthcare delivery, and social services, highlighting that citizens demand improvements in these areas without recognizing the importance of taxation. He disclosed that the administration would ignore critics to remain focused on achieving long-term national objectives, expressing confidence that the ongoing reforms are already producing positive outcomes and predicting that Nigeria's economy will become increasingly stable.