Achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Since assuming office on 29 May 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has introduced major reforms aimed at transforming Nigeria’s economy, strengthening governance, improving infrastructure, and creating opportunities for citizens under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Economic Reforms

  • Removed the fuel subsidy to reduce fiscal pressure and redirect public resources to development priorities.

  • Unified the foreign exchange market to reform Nigeria’s exchange rate system.

  • Implemented measures to increase government revenue and improve fiscal discipline.

  • Continued efforts to attract local and foreign investment into key sectors of the economy.

Infrastructure Development

  • Continued construction and rehabilitation of major federal highways and bridges across Nigeria.

  • Advanced work on the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway and other strategic road projects.

  • Expanded investments in transportation infrastructure, including rail and aviation.

Education

  • Launched the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to provide interest-free student loans for eligible students in tertiary institutions.

  • Increased support for technical, vocational, and skills-based education.

  • Continued investment in educational infrastructure and human capital development.

Agriculture and Food Security

  • Declared a state of emergency on food security.

  • Introduced initiatives to boost agricultural production and support farmers.

  • Expanded interventions aimed at improving food availability and reducing inflationary pressure on food.

Healthcare

  • Continued reforms to strengthen primary healthcare delivery.

  • Expanded efforts to improve access to essential medicines and healthcare services.

  • Increased investment in the health sector through various federal programmes.

Digital Economy

  • Promoted digital innovation and technology-driven economic growth.

  • Expanded broadband infrastructure and digital inclusion initiatives.

  • Supported technology startups and youth innovation programmes.

Youth Empowerment

  • Introduced programmes focused on job creation, entrepreneurship, and skills acquisition.

  • Supported youth participation in the digital economy and small business development.

  • Expanded opportunities for vocational training and employment initiatives.

Security

  • Continued investments in security operations and equipment for security agencies.

  • Strengthened coordination among security institutions to address terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and other security challenges.

  • Increased support for intelligence gathering and national security operations.

Social Investment

  • Continued implementation and restructuring of social intervention programmes.

  • Introduced targeted measures to cushion the effects of economic reforms on vulnerable Nigerians.

  • Expanded cash transfer and support initiatives for eligible households.

Energy and Power

  • Advanced reforms in the electricity sector to improve power generation and distribution.

  • Encouraged private sector participation in electricity and renewable energy projects.

Governance and Public Service

  • Implemented reforms aimed at improving transparency and efficiency in government.

  • Continued efforts to strengthen tax administration and public financial management.

  • Promoted policies designed to improve the ease of doing business.

Foreign Relations

  • Strengthened Nigeria’s engagement with regional and international partners.

  • Attracted investment commitments through bilateral and multilateral engagements.

  • Promoted Nigeria’s leadership role within Africa and international organizations.

Renewed Hope Agenda

President Tinubu’s administration continues to pursue the Renewed Hope Agenda, focusing on:

  • Economic growth and stability.

  • Infrastructure development.

  • Food security.

  • National security.

  • Human capital development.

  • Job creation.

  • Digital transformation.

  • Improved governance and public sector reforms.

The administration states that these initiatives are intended to build a more prosperous, secure, and inclusive Nigeria for all citizens.h