Tinubu Making Hard but Necessary Choices for Nigeria’s Future – Gbajabiamila

The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has defended the sweeping reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying they are critical to securing Nigeria’s long-term stability rather than short-term political gains.

Speaking on Tuesday at the State House in Abuja while receiving leaders of Working People United, Gbajabiamila said the administration’s policy direction reflects a deliberate resolve to confront deep-rooted structural challenges facing the country.

He acknowledged that the reforms may pose immediate difficulties for Nigerians but described them as necessary corrections to longstanding economic and governance issues that had been neglected over the years.

“Leadership is about making tough decisions that may not be popular in the short term but are ultimately in the best interest of the nation,” he said, noting that President Tinubu has shown the courage to implement policies previous administrations avoided.

Gbajabiamila added that national conversations are gradually shifting from questioning the necessity of the reforms to focusing on their implementation, an indication, he said, that the measures are gaining broader acceptance.

He likened the reform process to a transition phase that often comes with initial discomfort but leads to long-term stability and sustainability.

The Chief of Staff also commended WOPU’s approach to engagement, describing it as constructive and focused on collaboration rather than confrontation. He noted that such partnerships are essential for strengthening governance and fostering inclusive development.

He assured the group of the Presidency’s willingness to work with stakeholders committed to promoting unity, economic growth, and national progress.

In his remarks, the Coordinator-General of WOPU, Williams Akporeha, said the organisation represents a broad coalition of Nigerian workers, including artisans, professionals, entrepreneurs, farmers, transporters, and youths.

Akporeha stressed that cooperation between government and organised groups is key to strengthening democratic institutions and building public trust, adding that WOPU is mobilising nationwide support to sustain ongoing reforms.

He talked about the group’s presence across all states, local government areas, and wards, positioning it as a grassroots platform for advocacy and civic engagement.

Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue and partnership as Nigeria continues to navigate its current phase of economic and institutional reforms.