Nationwide Address: President Lists Achievements, Seeks End To Protest

President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, in a nationwide address called for dialogue, amidst the nationwide protests that have rocked the nation since Thursday.

The President, in a nationwide address on Sunday, said his administration was ready to listen and address the concerns of protesters.

The 10-day planned protest, which began on Thursday primarily against the rising cost of living and hunger, deteriorated into violence, destruction of property and loss of lives in many parts of the nation.

Speaking on the plan has for Nigerians, Tinubu assured citizens that although there had been many dashed hopes in the past, the country was in a new era of Renewed Hope.

He said, “We are working hard for you, and the results will soon be visible and concrete for everyone to see, feel, and enjoy.”

President Tinubu called for patience, saying the economy was recovering.

He argued that aggregate government revenues had more than doubled, hitting over ₦9.1 trillion in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, due to efforts to block leakages, introduce automation, and mobilise funding creatively without additional burden on the people.

He maintained that productivity was gradually increasing in the non-oil sector, reaching new levels and taking advantage of the opportunities in the current economic ambience.

Therefore, President Tinubu called for patience, saying, “The economy is recovering; Please, don’t shut out its oxygen.”

Naija News reports that the President also pointed to the recent approval of the new minimum wage.