Shettima: Tinubu’s economic reforms strengthening states, driving growth

Politics

LAFIA, Nigeria (NPA) — Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the economic restructuring undertaken by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is rebuilding the foundations of Nigeria’s economy and empowering states for sustainable growth.

Shettima made the remarks on Wednesday at the Nasarawa Investment Summit 2026 in Lafia, noting that the reforms are designed to reduce subnational dependence on the federal government through fiscal adjustments and increased allocations.

According to him, the restructuring is already yielding outcomes in key areas, including improved energy reliability, fiscal balance, tax reforms, and the development of a unified digital gateway for investment.

He said the transformation of subnational economies into stronger and more viable entities underscores the administration’s decision to place states at the centre of its reform agenda.

“At the national level, we are rebuilding the pillars every state depends on: energy reliability, fiscal balance, tax reform, and a single digital gateway for investment,” the Vice President said.

He added that ongoing power sector reforms are creating new opportunities for state participation, positioning them to attract investment and drive economic development.