The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will be judged favourably by history, citing his administration’s commitment to Nigeria’s progress and its governance with a sense of divine responsibility.
Speaking at the Ministerial Press Briefing Session in Abuja on Thursday, Idris asserted that the president’s ongoing reforms, though challenging, are necessary to reposition the country for long-term stability and development.
The minister noted that while the government’s policies have been demanding, their benefits are beginning to materialise.
“We have crossed the Rubicon, and the pains are gradually easing as the positive impact of these reforms begins to manifest. Already, we are witnessing a reduction in food prices, stability in exchange rates, and a gradual decline in petroleum product costs—clear indicators that the policies are yielding results,” Idris said.
Acknowledging that significant reforms often come with initial hardships, he stressed that they are essential for national progress.
“Across the world, history has shown that meaningful reforms are never easy; they require sacrifice, resilience, and a commitment to long-term progress. The initial difficulties that accompany these changes are a necessary price for a more stable and prosperous future,” he added.
Idris also urged religious leaders to use the sacred seasons of Ramadan and Lent to pray for Nigeria’s peace, security, and development.
“I want to appeal to our Muslim and Christian leaders to continue offering prayers for Nigeria. With unity, faith, and collective effort, we will emerge stronger and more resilient,” he said.
Also present at the briefing, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, provided updates on their ministries’ achievements, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to national development.
