Nigeria on life support when Tinubu took office – Akpabio

Nigeria on life support when Tinubu took office – Akpabio

The Senate President and Chairman of the 10th National Assembly, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has stated that Nigeria was on “life support” when President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023.

Akpabio made this assertion during his 2024 Constituency Briefing and Empowerment Programme, held at the Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium in Akwa Ibom State.

Representing Akwa Ibom Northwest Senatorial District, he urged Nigerians to continue supporting President Tinubu as he navigates the country through economic recovery.

The Senate President highlighted the significant challenges Tinubu inherited and commended his efforts toward stabilizing the nation’s economy.

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“Nigeria Was on Life Support,” he said.

His stance comes following ongoing major reforms such as the introduction of the tax bills, removal of fuel subsidies, floating of the naira, and others introduced by Tinubu.

Akpabio recounted a conversation with President Tinubu about the state of the economy inherited from the previous administration.

“Nigeria was on life support when Asiwaju Bola Tinubu took over. I once asked him, ‘Are you excited about being president after seeing the economy left behind by Emefiele?’ He replied, ‘I must tell you, I didn’t know it was this bad.’”

The Senate President expressed optimism about ongoing economic reforms, noting that while they may be painful, they are necessary for sustainable growth.

“You did it in Lagos, and you will do it again for Nigeria. It’s just a matter of time. We are praying for you, and God will grant you the wisdom to lead us to El Dorado.”

 

Nigeria on life support when Tinubu took office – Akpabio