The administration of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has ushered in a new era of governance anchored on the “Renewed Hope Agenda”-а visionary framework built on the belief that Nigeria can rise above its longstanding challenges and reclaim its place as a beacon of African resilience.
His legacy of reform in Lagos State and his pro-democracy stance during the NADECO era inspired confidence across the nation that transformational
leadership had finally arrived. In the words of an African proverb, “When the roots are deep, there is no reason to fear the wind.” President Tinubu’s leadership is rooted in courage, experience, and a lifelong commitment to national progress. His bold reforms, including the removal of fuel subsidy and the recalibration of fiscal and monetary policies, reflect a government willing to make difficult decisions for long-term gain. These efforts, though demanding, are laying the foundation for a more stable and prosperous Nigeria.
While the government continues to work tirelessly to reduce hardship and restore economic balance, it is important to recognise that challenges
persist-particularly in the areas of insecurity, poverty, and humanitarian crises. These issues, complex and multifaceted, require not only policy but partnership not only resolve but reflection. Insecurity remains a major impediment to national development. No nation can
achieve genuine economic, political, or social growth when its citizens live in fear, when farmers abandon their fields, and when communities are displaced by violence. The proposal for state policing has sparked national debate, with concerns about its potential to deepen ethnic and political divisions if not carefully structured. Historical experiences remind us that decentralized policing, without strong safeguards, can undermine national unity and institutional integrity.
The Nation First Summit is therefore conceived as a strategic platform to bring together stakeholders from across government, civil society, academia, and the private sector to chart a forward-looking roadmap for addressing these challenges. It is a space for reflection, innovation, and consensus building-where ideas are tested, policies are refined, and partnerships are forged.