Tinubu Celebrates 4.43% GDP Growth in Q2 2026

On Monday, President Bola Tinubu welcomed the National Bureau of Statistics' report indicating that Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 4.43% in the second quarter of 2026, an increase from 4.23% in the same period of 2025. Tinubu described these figures as evidence that his administration's economic reforms were effective.

The report also highlighted growth in sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, oil and gas, and services, with the nominal GDP reaching N119.27 trillion, an 18.43% rise from N100.7 trillion in the previous year. Tinubu stated that the timing of the report was significant amid opposition claims to downplay his administration's achievements since May 2023.

He noted that reforms had led to trade surpluses, increased foreign reserves, and improvements in the credit rating. Tinubu announced plans for further relief measures for vulnerable Nigerians, including enhanced transport options and food production initiatives, aiming to ensure that economic growth translates into tangible benefits for households.