By Muhammed Musa Tosken,
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, the political climate is heating up with familiar criticisms, recycled narratives, and a glaring refusal by some commentators to acknowledge the progress made under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Amid the noise and political theater, one thing remains clear to discerning Nigerians: the Tinubu presidency is not only performing; it is transforming.
From economic stabilization to security restructuring, social investment to global diplomacy, President Tinubu’s first two years in office have been defined by bold reforms, courageous leadership, and a visionary agenda that is resetting the course of Nigeria’s future. While some voices seek to distract the public with politically charged pessimism, the truth lies in the concrete milestones achieved, and the new foundations laid for a stronger, more self-sufficient nation.
The decision to remove the fuel subsidy—long abused by vested interests—was one of the boldest economic reforms in Nigeria’s recent history. For years, Nigeria hemorrhaged over N400 billion monthly to sustain a system that did little for the common man but enriched a corrupt cartel. By removing the subsidy, President Tinubu liberated trillions of naira, redirecting those funds into infrastructure development, agricultural support, and strategic palliative interventions.
Further economic reforms include the unification of forex rates—a long overdue move that tackled arbitrage and restored investor confidence—and the recent restructuring of Nigeria’s debt portfolio, which has already begun reducing the national debt burden. These reforms, though tough, demonstrate the President’s commitment to laying the groundwork for a resilient, private sector-driven economy.
While global inflation continues to squeeze economies, especially in developing nations, the Tinubu administration has introduced targeted social investments to cushion the impact on Nigerian households. The Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer Programme (RH-CCT) has supported over 15 million households with direct financial aid, while the N75 Billion MSME Support Fund is creating new jobs and empowering young entrepreneurs across the country.
Palliatives, food security programs, and community-based empowerment schemes continue to offer relief while accelerating local production and economic inclusion. President Tinubu’s focus on inclusive growth is not theoretical—it is tangible and widespread.
Security remains a pressing challenge, but one that President Tinubu has confronted head-on. Through the establishment of the Presidential Security Task Force and increased funding for the military and security services, Nigeria has seen intensified crackdowns on bandits, terrorists, and kidnappers.
From the North-West to the South-East, coordinated intelligence-led operations are reclaiming territories once dominated by non-state actors. Moreover, the administration’s push for community policing frameworks is deepening collaboration between local communities and federal security agencies, enhancing response times and rebuilding trust.
President Tinubu’s infrastructural agenda is perhaps one of his most ambitious undertakings. Over 400 road projects have been completed or are near completion, improving transport efficiency and opening up economic corridors. The launch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway marks a new chapter in regional integration, set to stimulate tourism, real estate, and cross-border trade.
In the power sector, thousands of households and SMEs have been connected to electricity through solar mini-grids and rural electrification projects, with ongoing upgrades to the national grid aimed at delivering stable and sustainable power.
Understanding that no nation can grow beyond its people, President Tinubu has invested significantly in education, health, and agriculture. Over 50,000 new teachers have been recruited through federal programs. Public schools are benefiting from digital learning initiatives and renewed investment in science and technology.
The healthcare sector is undergoing a quiet revolution, with over 10,000 primary healthcare centres being revamped, and community health insurance schemes ensuring affordability and access for vulnerable populations.
On the agricultural front, dry-season farming campaigns, agro-tech investments, and subsidized fertilizers have empowered thousands of farmers and reduced Nigeria’s food import bill.
President Tinubu’s diplomatic strategy has rebranded Nigeria on the international stage. His strategic travels and bilateral engagements have attracted over $20 billion in foreign direct investment commitments, while repositioning Nigeria as a regional power in ECOWAS, the African Union, and the broader global community.
By restoring Nigeria’s voice in global affairs, President Tinubu is ensuring that the country does not only participate in world conversations but shapes them.
As the 2027 elections draw near, Nigerians must reflect not just on promises, but performance. In President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we have a leader who does not shirk tough decisions. We have a leader who understands the complexity of Nigeria and is not afraid to disrupt the status quo for the greater good.
His agenda is not about populism; it is about purpose. It is about doing the hard work now, so that future generations can thrive. The results are already emerging — and with continuity, the gains will multiply.
President Tinubu is not just another candidate. He is the stabilizing bridge between a troubled past and a thriving future. His Renewed Hope Agenda is more than a slogan — it is a contract with the Nigerian people, backed by action and accountability.
In the face of economic headwinds, global uncertainty, and inherited dysfunction, President Tinubu has shown resilience, reform-mindedness, and a deep love for Nigeria. He is not perfect, but he is purposeful. He is not performative, but productive.
Come 2027, Nigerians have a clear choice: Retreat to the comfort of empty rhetoric or advance with a leader who has dared to deliver. The future demands courage — and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is courage personified. No wonder the Secretary to the Government of the Federation Sen Dr George Akume CON, leveraging on his ground-breaking and enamous experience, which virtually cut across all sectors of public, private and civil services cum it trajectory, has been reiterating and reephasising on the need for Nigerians to rally-round President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, give him full support and trust in the Renewed Hope Agenda for a sustainable economic growth and economic development in Nigeria, Amb Tsoken concluded.
Musa Tosken, is a Convener of APC Initiative for Good Governance (APC-IGG) and also a Fellow Public Policy Analysis fppa.
