Obi’s New Year Message: Tinubu turning Nigeria’s fortunes around, says APC
President Bola Tinubu deserves the support and patience of Nigerians to consolidate on the deep economic foundation he has laid, says the All Progressives Congress.
The ruling party stated this in reaction to former Governor Peter Obi’s claim in his New Year message that Nigeria is getting worse economically and politically.
In a statement on Thursday, APC spokesman Felix Morka described Mr Obi’s claim as misleading and intended to score cheap political points. According to Mr Morka, the economy has shown significant progress in the last 18 months, with a steady record of growth, a massive balance of trade surpluses, and a surge in foreign direct investments.
He attributed this development to increased confidence in the economy, enhanced foreign reserve, and a significant decline in debt servicing ratio from 90 per cent to about 64 per cent.
Mr Morka also noted that the administration is working to ensure that the ongoing reforms deliver their fullest benefits for the country’s sustainable growth and transformation.
“President Tinubu has acknowledged that the cost of food and essential drugs remains a significant concern for many Nigerian households. He has assured that his administration is committed to lowering food prices by boosting food production and promoting local production of drugs.
“He has also vowed to reduce inflation from 34 per cent to 15 per cent in the course of this fiscal year. With the vigour in the administration’s war on corruption, Tinubu is turning the nation’s fortunes around,” Mr Morka explained.
He stressed that Mr Tinubu deserved the support and patience of Nigerians to consolidate on the deep economic foundation he had laid.
Mr Morka also mentioned that the president also hinted at his administration’s readiness to consider a national living wage that would address the living conditions of workers instead of a minimum wage.
“This is a significant move, as it shows that the government is willing to listen to workers’ concerns and take concrete steps to improve their welfare.
“Tinubu is dutifully turning the nation’s fortunes around, and he deserves the support and patience of Nigerians to deliver a vibrant, prosperous new Nigeria for the good of all,” Mr Morka said.
(NAN)
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