President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that 2026 will mark the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth, with tangible improvements in the lives of citizens.
In his New Year goodwill message, the President highlighted that despite global economic challenges, Nigeria recorded steady progress in 2025, including annualised GDP growth expected to exceed 4 per cent, declining inflation below 15 per cent, and a 48.12 per cent gain in the Nigerian Stock Exchange. Foreign reserves stood at $45.4 billion, while foreign direct investment surged to $720 million in the third quarter.
President Tinubu said the government will continue to consolidate gains through fiscal discipline, tax reforms, and investments in infrastructure, agriculture, education, healthcare, and local economic development. He particularly emphasised the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme, aimed at engaging 10 million Nigerians in productive economic activity across the nation’s 8,809 wards.
On security, the President reiterated ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and banditry, including coordinated operations in the Northwest and Northeast, and pledged enhanced cooperation with regional and global partners.
He called on all Nigerians to embrace unity, patriotism, and shared responsibility in nation-building, while praying for peace, stability, and protection for citizens and security forces in 2026.
“Happy New Year to you all,” the President concluded.
