Published: July 30, 2026
President Bola Tinubu has said he is not avoiding the challenges his administration inherited from the government of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Tinubu stated that since taking office, his administration has been working to address the country’s economic and security difficulties, adding that Nigeria’s economy has recovered and is now on a stronger footing.
The President made the remarks during a meeting with Catholic bishops at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
According to him, Nigeria has moved beyond the period of economic uncertainty, describing the previous situation as a “dark tunnel” that the country has now emerged from.
Tinubu also assured Nigerians that his administration is committed to tackling terrorism by strengthening the capacity of the nation’s security forces.
He disclosed that he had approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army and other arms of the Armed Forces, alongside increased resources for equipment, new barracks and improved operational capacity.
“I don’t run away from what I inherited. I inherited challenges, and I am doing something about it. There are resources to equip them, build new barracks, arm them and defeat terrorism,” Tinubu said.
The President called for collective efforts in the fight against terrorism, stressing that all Nigerians have a responsibility to protect the nation.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to national unity, saying Nigeria’s diversity remains a foundation for prosperity and future stability.
Tinubu maintained that the economy has been placed on a sound footing, expressing confidence that the country has moved away from the risk of economic collapse.
Samuel Agada is a writer and media contributor from Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria. He is a graduate of Biochemistry from the University of Jos and a former banker with GTBank and FCMB. A prolific writer, songwriter, educator, and Gospel preacher, he is passionate about informing, inspiring, and impacting society through his work.