President Bola Tinubu has urged his ministers, presidential aides, permanent secretaries, and top government functionaries to diligently work toward fulfilling the mandates of their respective ministries or face the possibility of getting sacked from the government.
Tinubu delivered this warning to members of his cabinet during the three-day 2023 Cabinet Retreat in Abuja, under the theme “Delivering on the Renewed Hope Agenda.”
Addressing the gathering, President Tinubu emphasized the ministers’ responsibility to serve the people who entrusted their mandates to him.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to lifting 50 million Nigerians out of poverty, underlining that poverty, while not a matter of shame, is entirely unacceptable and must be eradicated.
President Tinubu encouraged the ministers to focus on advancing the objectives of their ministries and embark on bold initiatives.
He stressed that his administration was determined to harness the nation’s population as a valuable asset.
To ensure accountability and results, he mentioned the establishment of Results Delivery Units and announced that a “Bond of Understanding” would be signed between the ministers, the permanent secretaries, and himself at the end of the retreat.
The President made it clear that performance would be the key determinant, with a strong commitment to achieving results.
He also emphasized that decisions should be made without fear, and the administration is open to feedback and constructive criticism.
President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s potential, describing it as the most intellectually sound country in Africa, despite challenges such as desert encroachment in the north and climate change.
He called upon ministers and government officials to demonstrate leadership, stating that the goal is to make democracy a lasting example for the rest of Africa.
While acknowledging that the country is undergoing a reform process with its share of challenges, President Tinubu urged his team not to hinder Nigeria’s progress.
He stressed the need for better living wages for workers, economic transformation, improved healthcare, and upgraded infrastructure.
The President expressed confidence in the ability to fund these changes and emphasized the importance of courageous, determined, and focused leadership in achieving national objectives.