The Federal Government says it will focus on strengthening ongoing economic reforms, promoting stability and creating conditions for sustainable growth as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, disclosed this in Abuja during a news conference organised ahead of the anniversary.
The event was held under the theme, “From Reforms to Stability: Consolidating Nigeria’s Renewed Hope for Shared Prosperity.”
Akume said the anniversary offered Nigerians an opportunity to reflect on the country’s 66-year journey, recognise its achievements and challenges, and renew their commitment to national unity and development.
He described Nigeria as a country with significant potential, despite the difficulties it has experienced over the years.
According to the SGF, the Federal Government will continue working to strengthen public institutions, develop infrastructure and create an economic environment capable of translating ongoing reforms into improved opportunities for citizens.
He said the administration’s priorities are reflected in the Renewed Hope National Development Plan 2026–2030, which focuses on productivity, economic diversification, human capital development and national resilience.
Akume noted that major economic measures introduced since 2023, including the removal of the petrol subsidy and the unification of foreign exchange windows, were aimed at addressing structural challenges and creating a foundation for long-term economic growth.
He said the government was now concentrating on consolidating the gains of those reforms while improving revenue mobilisation and public finances.
The SGF also highlighted investments in roads, railways, airports, seaports, electricity and digital infrastructure, saying such projects were intended to reduce business costs, improve connectivity and support industrial development.
On agriculture, Akume said the government was working to increase food production by supporting farmers with improved inputs, irrigation, storage and processing facilities.
He also identified education, healthcare and social protection as key areas requiring continued government attention. According to him, programmes targeting vulnerable Nigerians, including women, young people and persons with disabilities, are being strengthened to cushion the impact of economic adjustments.
On security, Akume said the administration remained committed to tackling terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other criminal activities threatening lives, property and economic activity.
He added that efforts were being made to improve intelligence gathering, modernise security equipment and strengthen cooperation among security agencies and local communities.
The SGF further called for greater participation by the private sector in investment, innovation and job creation, while urging Nigerians to uphold democratic values and support national development.
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Bagudu, who also spoke at the event, said government interventions were being implemented in areas including youth development, agriculture, livestock, consumer credit and trade.
Bagudu said the administration was also implementing the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme, which targets development across Nigeria’s 8,809 wards.
He acknowledged that more work remained to be done, stressing that the government’s focus was on ensuring that the benefits of its reforms reached citizens at the grassroots.
