Tinubu chose long-term prosperity over short-term comfort –

The phrase refers to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu’s policy stance since taking office in May 2023. He has emphasized structural reforms—such as fiscal consolidation, diversification of the economy, anti‑corruption drives and infrastructure projects—aimed at boosting Nigeria’s long‑term growth and stability, even when those measures cause short‑term pain like subsidy removals, higher taxes or austerity. Tinubu argues that accepting temporary discomfort is necessary to achieve sustainable prosperity for the country. Views Nigeria