Jul 16, 2026

Tinubu Reforms to Bear Fruit Very Soon – Gbajabiamila

By Afolabi Olaiya Idowu in news

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ABUJA, Nigeria — After weeks of intense public scrutiny over economic hardships, Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, has offered a message of hope, assuring citizens that the difficult reforms of the past year will soon yield tangible “fruits of labour” for the nation.

Gbajabiamila made the remarks upon President Tinubu’s return from a two-week working vacation abroad, speaking to reporters at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.

He explained that the demanding nature of governance over the last 18 months necessitated the break, describing the President as now “well-rested and rejuvenated” to continue driving the Renewed Hope Agenda.

“The kind of work he has been doing in the last one and a half years requires some rest,” Gbajabiamila stated.

“He has gone on leave and he’s back well rejuvenated… In a matter of time, Nigerians will begin to see the fruits of his labour and our labour.”

He urged patience and optimism, encouraging citizens to remain expectant while the administration pushes forward with key policies.

President Tinubu’s administration has implemented bold economic measures, including the removal of fuel subsidies and unification of exchange rates.

While these steps have generated increased government revenue and fiscal space, they have also triggered significant short-term pain: soaring inflation, higher living costs, and reduced purchasing power for millions of Nigerians.

Gbajabiamila’s assurance comes amid ongoing national discourse about the pace of relief.

The statement positions the President’s recent time away not as leisure but as strategic recovery to sustain momentum on critical initiatives aimed at long-term stability and growth.

This message aligns with the administration’s broader narrative that current sacrifices are laying the foundation for a more prosperous Nigeria.

Supporters point to rising revenues, infrastructure pushes, and policy resets as early indicators of progress, while critics demand faster, more visible improvements in daily lives.

As President Tinubu resumes full duties, expectations are high for accelerated implementation of programmes targeting job creation, economic diversification, and social welfare.

Gbajabiamila’s words serve as both a defence of the administration’s trajectory and a call for national resilience during this transitional phase.

In a country where citizens have endured multiple cycles of hope and disappointment, the true test will be in the delivery of those promised “fruits.”

Nigerians across all sectors—from markets to farms, schools to factories—will be watching closely to see whether this renewed phase translates into meaningful relief and shared prosperity.

The coming months will prove decisive as the administration seeks to convert policy reforms into everyday gains.

For now, the message from the highest levels remains one of cautious optimism: the hard work continues, and the harvest is on the horizon.