President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed key economic officials to urgently develop measures to cushion the impact of global shocks on Nigerians, particularly the ripple effects of the ongoing Middle East tensions.
Speaking at a civic reception in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, the President tasked the Ministries of Finance and Budget, alongside the Head of Service, to explore strategies to mitigate rising economic pressures, including surging fuel costs.
The event followed the commissioning of major infrastructure projects executed by Governor Douye Diri, with several high-profile dignitaries in attendance, including governors from Imo, Ogun, Akwa Ibom, and Delta states.
Tinubu acknowledged the hardship faced by Nigerians but maintained that the country remains relatively stable compared to some other African nations. He assured citizens that his administration is actively working to provide relief, particularly for vulnerable groups.
“This is a government that cares. We will work with relevant ministries to review the numbers and implement measures that will ease the burden on our people,” the President said.
Reaffirming the commitment of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Tinubu emphasized that governance must translate into tangible development—roads, power, jobs, and real economic opportunities.
He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between federal and state governments, noting that such partnerships accelerate development and improve service delivery.
Commending Governor Diri, Tinubu described the projects inaugurated—including a 60-megawatt gas-fired Independent Power Plant, the Angiama–Oporoma Bridge, and the Yenagoa City Road—as transformative and aligned with his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Governor Diri, in his remarks, credited federal policy support for enabling the delivery of the power project, describing it as a significant step toward energy independence and economic growth in Bayelsa State.
The President reiterated his administration’s commitment to achieving energy sufficiency nationwide and strengthening partnerships with subnational governments to drive job creation and sustainable development.
