The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris emphasized that President Bola Tinubu needs more time to implement crucial economic reforms aimed at fostering the country’s growth.
Defending Tinubu’s long-term plans for the nation, Malagi underscored their necessity for national development and urged Nigerians to exercise patience, emphasizing that the dividends of the comprehensive strategy cannot manifest overnight.
With only seven months in office, Malagi cautioned against premature judgment, highlighting the complexity of establishing enduring structures for a sustainable future.
He reiterated Tinubu’s clear vision of steering Nigeria towards “the desired prosperity.”
Malagi stated, “The President is seven months old in office. But for a long-term plan, you need a lot more time to put structures in place. The vision of the president is very clear: he wants to take Nigeria to the desired prosperity.”
While acknowledging the challenges faced by citizens, particularly in the purchase of food items due to policy changes, Malagi assured that the government is actively addressing these concerns.
He concluded, “I know it’s difficult, but the government is doing a lot to address them.”
It is essential to recall that President Tinubu, in his inaugural address on May 29, 2023, announced the discontinuation of the fuel subsidy, citing its unsustainable nature. T
inubu emphasized that redirecting the trillions of naira spent annually on subsidies would significantly benefit sectors such as healthcare, transportation, education, housing, and national security.