President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a decisive push against terrorism and banditry, stating that overcoming Nigeria’s security crisis is essential for the success of his administration’s economic development strategy.
Speaking at the opening of the Second National Economic Council (NEC) Conference in Abuja, Tinubu framed national stability as a non-negotiable prerequisite for the “Renewed Hope” agenda to achieve tangible economic growth. He asserted that the prevailing security threats are alien to Nigeria’s values and affirmed that his government is reinforcing the nation’s security apparatus to reclaim affected communities and restore investor confidence. The high-level gathering brought together state governors, federal ministers, and development partners to finalize the Renewed Hope National Development Plan for 2026–2030.
The president emphasized that the implementation of this new policy framework hinges significantly on action at the state and local government levels, which he described as the “real drivers of implementation.” He stressed that the next phase of Nigeria’s development must deliver concrete outcomes at the grassroots, translating into job creation, food security, and inclusive growth. According to Tinubu, while the federal government will provide complementary support, effective sub-national action plans are critical to accelerating national progress.
The Renewed Hope National Development Plan was presented as Nigeria’s next major socio-economic blueprint. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who chairs the NEC, underscored the necessity of coordinated economic planning between federal and state governments, alongside development partners, to secure fiscal stability and attract investment. He stated that the plan offers a comprehensive framework to reposition the economy and ensure development benefits are widely shared.
The Second NEC Conference aims to harmonize federal and state priorities, foster deeper collaboration, and produce actionable strategies for sustainable and inclusive development. Its outcomes are expected to shape the operational details of the 2026–2030 plan, linking security objectives directly to economic policy in a concerted effort to stabilize and grow Africa’s most populous nation.
