*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, explains how Nigeria, under his Renewed Hope administration, is undergoing a process of financial re-engineering, urging the citizenry to support the ongoing reforms aimed at transforming the economy for the better

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As the West African country currently undertakes some reforms, especially in the financial sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has re-assured Nigerians that his administration will not stop working tirelessly to revamp the economy and create viable opportunities for young people to meaningfully participate in an inclusive, labour-intensive economy where businesses can thrive.

President Tinubu stated this Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at the State House, in Marina, Lagos State, during a town-hall meeting with traditional rulers, Chairpersons of Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), and other political-office holders in the state.

According to Tinubu, Nigeria, under his Renewed Hope Administration, is undergoing a process of financial re-engineering and appealed to citizens to be patient and supportive of the ongoing reforms which are bound to transform the economy for the better.

Tinubu explained: “The financial re-engineering of our country is ongoing. We are determined to deliver Nigeria safely through the tunnel of hope, stability, and economic prosperity.

”Nigeria is in good hands. The team is working, and we will work hard to give you the best economy and the best opportunities that you can imagine.”

Presidency is a monumental job, says Tinubu

Acknowledging the stakeholders’ concerns raised at the meeting, President Tinubu explained that the complexities of state matters have limited his opportunities to frequently interact with some of his long-time friends and constituents in Lagos.

He submitted: “For those having difficulty seeing me, kindly note that this job is monumental. It is not a one-man job.

“It is a collective task, and you have to be able to listen, decipher, tolerate, and sometimes what you do not expect will happen.”

The President stated: “As I was getting ready this morning to come here, news of the death of Governor Rotimi Akeredeolu of Ondo came in, as well as the passing of former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na鈥橝bba.

”Power is transient. Only Almighty Allah gives power, and only him will take it.”

The Nigerian leader said: “There is the value of life and the goodness in what we do.

“The salt of goodness is a multiplier of other good things that we must cherish. Not necessarily for us, but for our children and grandchildren.”

Reflecting on his tenure as the Executive Governor of Lagos State, President Tinubu recounted the challenges faced and the successes achieved at the time.

鈥樷�楾o turn the ship around from cascading into turbulence and making it work was not easy.

“But we went through it, and today, Lagos still remains the most viable state in the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and it will continue on the path of glory. I thank you all,鈥欌�� stated President.

The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, thanked President Tinubu for his leadership and for being the pathfinder of “the modern Lagos State”.

”The legacy and blueprint that you created more than 20 years ago and bequeathed to us is still a working and living document that will continue to guide us in delivering quality service to the people,” the Governor said.

In his remarks, Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom, called for a constitutional amendment that recognises the role of traditional rulers.

The Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom stated: “We have come to reiterate our loyalty to the President. We have absolute confidence in your capacity.

“Under your leadership, we expect Nigeria to attain the most enviable economic status in the comity of nations.”

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