Here’s a concise version of President Bola Tinubu’s address at the Nigerian Institute of Management conference:
President Bola Tinubu assured Nigerians that the benefits of his administration’s economic reforms will soon be evident. He acknowledged the hardships caused by the removal of fuel subsidies and other reforms but emphasized their necessity to stabilize the inherited weak economy.
Tinubu highlighted progress in diversifying the economy, investing in agriculture, technology, and renewable energy. He stressed the interconnection between economic health and national security, advocating a multifaceted approach to address security challenges like terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara emphasized the need for collective effort to address economic and security challenges. The Nigerian Institute of Management’s President, Christiana Atako, urged prioritizing security, economic reforms, and sustainable development for a brighter future.
Keynote speaker Ajoritsedere Awosika stressed the importance of collective action, citing unemployment among young people as a pressing issue threatening economic stability and national security.