Tinubu calls for calm amid protests, outlines economic progress

“I speak to you today with a heavy heart and a sense of responsibility, aware of the turmoil and violent protests unleashed in some of our states,” he said.

The President commiserated with the victims’ families and assured Nigerians that his government is committed to listening and addressing their concerns.

“I want to assure you that our government is committed to listening and addressing the concerns of our citizens. But we must not let violence and destruction tear our nation apart,” he emphasised.

He also highlighted his administration’s economic achievements, including increased government revenues, reduced debt service, and significant investments in infrastructure and social services.

“In the past 14 months, our government has made significant strides in rebuilding the foundation of our economy to carry us into a future of plenty and abundance,” he noted.

“We have come this far. Coming from a place where our country spent 97% of all our revenue on debt service; we have been able to reduce that to 68% in the last 13 months,” he added.

The President also emphasised the importance of unity and collective effort in building a better future for Nigeria. “Let us work together to build a brighter future for ourselves and for generations to come. Let us choose hope over fear, unity over division, and progress over stagnation,” he urged.