Akpabio Vows National Assembly Will Remain Strong Partners in Tinubu’s Economic Reforms
Lagos, Nigeria – October 3, 2026—Senate President Godswill Akpabio has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to standing firmly with President Bola Tinubu’s economic reform agenda, describing lawmakers as “worthy partners” determined to help transform the nation’s fortunes.
Akpabio spoke on Friday after leading a delegation of federal lawmakers to visit the President at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos.
The courtesy call formed part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary. He was accompanied by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu and other members of the National Assembly.
Partnership for Progress
Addressing journalists after the meeting, the Senate President said the legislature would continue to provide the legal framework needed to deepen reforms, ease the cost of living, and change Nigeria’s development trajectory.
“On the part of the National Assembly, we want to continue to remain worthy partners to the administration of President Bola Tinubu. And we believe that what we are doing is in the interest of all Nigerians,” Akpabio stated.
He highlighted the National Assembly’s role in reviewing outdated laws—some dating back to 1901 and 1939—and speeding up the passage of major economic legislation.
A key achievement, he noted, was the passage of four major tax reform laws in record time despite initial public skepticism.
“You’ve seen the reform in the tax system… with four major tax laws brought into the country at one time. Very voluminous, all of them,” he said.
“And then, because we’re able to digest them, we’re able to do what we ought to do. And we’re able to pass them in record time with the whole country in agreement.”
Akpabio assured that lawmakers would maintain the same speed in clearing appointments and passing bills that add value to the administration’s programmes.
“These Reforms Are Working”
The Senate President expressed confidence that the reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration are beginning to yield results.
He also claimed that insecurity is abating across the country, even while acknowledging remaining “pockets of discontent” he partly linked to the approaching election season.
“We believe he’s doing well. These reforms are working and, as far as we are concerned, insecurities are abating, and people are able to sleep well,” Akpabio said. “We still have pockets of discontent here and there because of the fact that this is almost election time.”
He urged Nigerians to remain united, stressing that the country’s survival as one nation for 66 years demonstrates its resilience and the love of its people.
“That we are still together shows the resilience of this country… It shows the love that God has for Nigeria,” he added, pointing to the restoration of the old national anthem as a symbol of renewed brotherhood.
Akpabio’s remarks came shortly after President Tinubu, in his Independence Day broadcast, signaled a shift from pure reform mode towards measures aimed at reducing the cost of living and improving citizens’ welfare.
The Senate President pledged that the National Assembly would fully support legislation and policies needed to achieve that goal.
The visit underscores the close working relationship between the executive and legislature under the current administration—a partnership Akpabio has consistently defended as being in the national interest rather than a compromise of parliamentary independence.
As Nigeria moves further into its 66th year of independence, the National Assembly’s stated readiness to accelerate pro-growth and welfare-focused laws will remain a key test of how effectively both arms of government can translate reform promises into tangible relief for ordinary citizens.
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