Group highlights diversification, jobs, food affordability and accountability as key measures of national progress
The Campaign for Dignity in Governance has called for sustained attention to how Nigeria’s economic reforms affect households, businesses and young people, stressing that national progress must ultimately improve citizens’ living conditions.
In a proposed statement on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic agenda, the group acknowledged efforts to diversify the economy, strengthen domestic production and expand opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, energy and digital enterprise.
The group’s position follows the President’s October 1, 2026 Independence Day address, titled “From Reform to Prosperity,” which outlined his administration’s plan to move from economic adjustment towards broader prosperity. The Presidency identified economic diversification, productive investment and opportunities for Nigerians as priorities for the country’s future. Presidency, October 1, 2026.
The Campaign for Dignity in Governance said reducing dependence on crude oil revenue and strengthening other sectors are essential objectives for an economy with Nigeria’s population, resources and entrepreneurial capacity.
However, it stressed that reform must be judged by outcomes Nigerians experience directly, including stronger purchasing power, affordable food, reliable electricity, access to education and healthcare, and decent employment.
FROM POLICY ANNOUNCEMENTS TO PUBLIC BENEFITS
According to the group’s proposed statement, economic reform is meaningful when it enables citizens to earn a living and businesses to grow.
Farmers need modern equipment, storage, transportation and market access. Manufacturers require reliable power and predictable operating conditions, while small businesses need finance and regulations that support productivity rather than impose unnecessary costs.
The group also stressed the need for young Nigerians to access practical skills, digital opportunities and employment pathways. It said investment in domestic production must be matched by transparent implementation, effective institutions and measurable targets.
ENERGY AND ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION
On October 6, the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation reported that President Tinubu had reiterated the administration’s intention to expand gas supply for electricity and industry while pursuing an energy transition suited to Nigeria’s needs. Federal Ministry of Information, October 6, 2026.
The group identified dependable energy as a foundation for industrial development, job creation and business expansion, while calling for affordable and reliable power for households and productive enterprises.
ACCOUNTABILITY AS A MEASURE OF PROGRESS
The Campaign for Dignity in Governance said public confidence grows when government communicates clearly about policy objectives, implementation timelines, expenditure and results.
It called for regular reporting that allows citizens to assess whether economic programmes are achieving their intended purposes, particularly for vulnerable households and communities facing persistent economic pressures.
The group acknowledged that reforms may require difficult adjustments but insisted that public welfare must remain central to government decisions and outcomes.
As Nigeria continues its economic transition, the Campaign for Dignity in Governance said the national conversation should focus on practical results: better livelihoods, productive businesses, meaningful jobs and accountable public institutions.
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