“Reforms today, prosperity tomorrow”– APC Chairman Yilwatda backs Tinubu’s economic push

APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda says President Bola Tinubu’s reforms are painful now but will deliver long-term prosperity for Nigeria.

In a statement released Monday, Yilwatda said the administration’s economic overhaul was never meant to be a quick fix. Instead, it’s a deliberate attempt to fix decades of structural problems that weakened productivity and scared off investors.

“Great nations are not built on easy choices or temporary comforts, but on courageous decisions that secure the future of generations yet unborn,” he said.

He acknowledged that inflation and cost-of-living pressures are biting hard, but argued the government is responding with targeted interventions, infrastructure projects, and support for local industry.

Yilwatda pointed to early signs of recovery: Nigerian ports handled 1,092 ocean-going vessels in Q1 2026, which he said shows growing trade and investor confidence. Crude oil production has also hit 99.2% of Nigeria’s OPEC quota, thanks to better security and operations in the Niger Delta.

Other wins he listed include the commissioning of new 330kV transmission lines in Edo and the addition of 600MW to the national grid. He added that investors are showing renewed interest in auto parts, manufacturing, and energy.

“The handling of over 1,092 vessels is not an isolated statistic. It reflects increasing commercial confidence, stronger maritime operations, and renewed international engagement with Nigeria,” he said.

Yilwatda urged Nigerians not to lose faith, saying the reforms will create a more resilient economy with more jobs and opportunities.

“The APC administration under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains focused, determined and committed to building a stronger and more prosperous nation,” he said.