Tinubu Says 27 State Governors Could Not Pay Salaries When He Assumed Office, Defends Economic Reforms
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration's economic policies, insisting that Nigeria could have faced a much worse financial crisis if his government had not introduced major economic reforms. The President made the remarks during his visit to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, where he addressed the economic challenges facing the country and explained why his administration believes its policies are necessary. Tinubu claimed that when he assumed office in May 2023, 27 out of Nigeria's 36 state governors were struggling to meet their salary obligations. He also alleged that pension and gratuity payments were affected by the financial difficulties confronting the states. According to the President, the situation could have deteriorated further without the difficult economic decisions taken by his administration. Tinubu Acknowledges Nigerians' Economic Hardship The President acknowledged that many Nigerians are still struggling with the rising cost of living and other ...