President Bola Tinubu has pledged to consolidate Nigeria’s economic progress in 2026, with emphasis on sustaining growth, implementing tax reforms, and enhancing national security.
In his New Year national address delivered on January 1, the President highlighted that Nigeria ended 2025 with strong economic indicators, including GDP growth above 4%, inflation below 15%, and foreign reserves of $45.4 billion.
Tinubu stated that the government will focus on harmonising the tax system to reduce multiple taxation and strengthen revenue generation for infrastructure and social investments.
On security, he reiterated collaboration with international partners to combat terrorism and reiterated support for decentralised policing to address local threats.
The President also announced the acceleration of the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme, targeting 10 million Nigerians for economic inclusion through grassroots empowerment in agriculture, trade, and mining.
He called for unity, fiscal discipline, and shared responsibility in achieving national development goals in the coming year.
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This report is based on the President’s New Year address. Views expressed are those of the Presidency and do not necessarily reflect the editorial stance of CDA News Nigeria.
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