Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Economic Affairs, Tope Fasua, says the living conditions of low-income Nigerians are gradually improving, attributing the progress to the administration’s economic reforms.
Speaking on Sunday Politics, Fasua defended the government’s economic policies and said the reforms were beginning to produce positive results. He argued that addressing poverty requires empowering local communities and said the administration’s push for local government autonomy is intended to ensure development reaches the grassroots.
“The answer to poverty lies in local communities, which is why the President has been pushing for local government independence and has made sure that states now have more authority concerning monthly allocations,” Fasua said.
He added that increased allocations to states and local governments would improve service delivery, strengthen infrastructure and accelerate development across the country.
“I can assure you that, genuinely, for the very poor in our country, the situation is improving,” he said.
Fasua’s remarks come amid ongoing public debate over the impact of the Tinubu administration’s economic reforms, including the removal of fuel subsidies and the liberalisation of the foreign exchange market. While supporters say the measures are necessary for long-term economic stability and growth, critics argue they have worsened inflation and increased the cost of living for many Nigerians.
