President Bola Tinubu has promised that 2026 will usher in a more prosperous phase for Nigeria, citizens, and all who call the country home. In his New Year message, he highlighted that reforms implemented in 2025 are yielding tangible results and setting the foundation for sustainable economic growth.
Tinubu noted that despite global economic challenges, Nigeria recorded steady GDP growth, maintained trade surpluses, and achieved exchange rate stability. Inflation declined below 15 percent, while the Nigerian Stock Exchange posted a 48.12 percent gain, and foreign reserves stood at $45.4 billion as of December 29, 2025. He stressed that foreign direct investment rose significantly, reflecting renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s economic direction.
Emphasising the importance of fiscal discipline, Tinubu highlighted the 2026 Appropriation Bill and the ongoing tax harmonisation reforms aimed at reducing excessive levies and financing social and infrastructure projects. “The new year marks a critical phase in implementing our tax reforms, designed to build a fair, competitive, and robust fiscal foundation for Nigeria,” he said.
The President also stressed that economic progress must be accompanied by security. He commended the Armed Forces and security agencies for sustained operations against terror networks and pledged enhanced cooperation with regional and global partners to protect lives and property.
Tinubu further unveiled plans under the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme, which will engage at least 10 million Nigerians in productive economic activities across all 8,809 wards. Investments in infrastructure, agriculture, trade, healthcare, and education will continue uninterrupted.
Concluding his message, Tinubu urged Nigerians to embrace unity, patriotism, and shared responsibility for nation-building, wishing all citizens a peaceful, productive, and prosperous New Year.
