President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is “rising again” as his administration continues efforts to stabilise the economy.
Tinubu made the comment on Thursday at an interactive session with members of the Nigerian community in Japan, on the sidelines of the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9).
The president said his administration is determined to reverse negative trends and make Nigeria a land of prosperity for citizens at home and abroad.
“All I want to do is assure you that things are stable, the economy is stabilised, the opportunity is immense, people are coming back, we are reversing the medical tourism in every way that we could, and I can give you the assurance we are seeing the beginning of Nigeria rising,” he said to applause.
Tinubu reminded the audience that while it is a personal right to remain abroad, the country depends on their contributions to achieve its aspirations.
His words: “I am happy to listen to you for whatever. Happy to report to you that many of our people are coming back home.
“Yes, for economic reasons, some people might decide to stay away; it’s a fundamental right of the individual, but for the economic growth and opportunity that is available in Nigeria, don’t stay away. Your contribution is very much needed. If you stay away, who will build it?”
The president said his government is committed to creating an environment where every Nigerian can thrive.
He urged Nigerians abroad to remain good ambassadors of their country, adding that “poor comments and negative reflections will not help the growth of Nigeria.”
