Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, highlighted the challenges faced due to past economic policies, expressing optimism about the future under Chief Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Shettima emphasized the need for patience as the government navigates through economic turbulence, urging Nigerians to endure sacrifices for long-term benefits.
Speaking at the 21st Century Media Services’ second Chronicle Roundtable, Shettima outlined the administration’s agenda, including the removal of petroleum subsidy. He acknowledged the difficulties this decision posed but emphasized its necessity for the nation’s survival.
He explained, “President Tinubu chose the option that would save the life of the nation, instead of one that would merely prolong its imminent economic death.”
Shettima addressed concerns about Nigeria’s debt and the impact of subsidy removal on citizens, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to steering the country towards economic stability.
He praised interventions by the Central Bank of Nigeria and the National Security Adviser to counter economic sabotage, leading to positive outcomes for the economy.
Former Finance Minister, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, commended the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda as a comprehensive policy document. He emphasized the importance of policy consistency and long-term vision for economic transformation.
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The event also saw discussions on the integration of government policies into long-term development frameworks and the establishment of a central coordination unit to monitor performance.
High-profile attendees included the Minister of Information, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters, Dr Hakeem Baba Ahmed; and notable leaders in the media industry.
The roundtable provided a platform to analyze government policies and contribute to shaping the nation’s development trajectory.
