Nigeria on path to recovery – FG

The Federal Government has stated that Nigeria is moving toward recovery, defending the current administration’s reforms amid ongoing hardship and security challenges.

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, made the remarks at a national press conference on Tuesday, coinciding with the 2026 Democracy Day celebration in Abuja.

Akume said that available economic indicators demonstrate an improving trajectory under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

He added that the Tinubu administration remains committed to fulfilling its promises as the 2027 general elections approach, emphasizing the government’s intention to seek a revalidation of its mandate from Nigerians.

He noted that Nigeria’s economy has experienced steady growth, with real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanding by 4.07 percent in the fourth quarter of 2025 and 3.89 percent in the first quarter of 2026.

“Nigeria is on the path to recovery. The government will never claim that every challenge has been solved. Inflation has been painful, though it is on a downward trend,” he said.

“Insecurity still threatens lives and livelihoods, but evidence shows that the country is moving in the right direction,” Akume added.