Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto North, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms, describing them as well-intentioned, courageous, and unavoidable if Nigeria must secure a stable and prosperous future. Wamakko said the reforms, though painful in the short term, are designed to rescue the country from decades of economic mismanagement and structural weaknesses.
According to the senior lawmaker, Nigeria had reached a critical crossroads where difficult decisions could no longer be postponed. He noted that President Tinubu inherited an economy burdened by unsustainable subsidies, fiscal leakages, rising debt, and weak productivity, stressing that any responsible leader would have to confront these realities head-on.
Wamakko emphasized that genuine reforms often attract public resistance at the early stages, especially when they affect daily living costs. However, he urged Nigerians to look beyond immediate discomfort and focus on the long-term benefits of Tinubu’s policies, which he said are aimed at rebuilding confidence in the economy and restoring fiscal discipline.
Short-Term Hardship, Long-Term Economic Stability
Senator Wamakko acknowledged that policies such as fuel subsidy removal and exchange rate unification have placed pressure on citizens, but insisted that the measures are critical steps toward economic stability and growth. He explained that subsidy regimes had drained public resources for years while benefiting a privileged few at the expense of the majority.
He argued that funds previously wasted on subsidies can now be redirected into infrastructure development, education, healthcare, and social welfare, if properly managed.
Wamakko maintained that these investments would create jobs, improve living standards, and strengthen Nigeria’s productive base over time.
The senator further stated that Tinubu’s reform agenda aligns with global best practices, adding that no serious economy can thrive on artificial pricing and heavy state intervention. He called for patience and national unity, urging Nigerians to support the government while constructive feedback is used to fine-tune policies for better outcomes.
Call for National Support and Responsible Leadership
Wamakko also appealed to political leaders, civil society groups, and opinion shapers to avoid politicizing the reforms and instead contribute ideas that would help cushion their impact on vulnerable Nigerians. He stressed that nation-building requires collective sacrifice and responsible leadership at all levels of government.
He praised President Tinubu for showing political will in implementing reforms previous administrations avoided, describing such courage as rare but necessary. According to him, leadership is not about popularity but about making decisions that secure the future of coming generations.
Wamakko expressed confidence that if the reforms are sustained with transparency and accountability, Nigeria will emerge stronger, more competitive, and economically resilient. He reaffirmed his support for the Tinubu administration, insisting that history will judge the reforms not by initial hardship, but by the lasting stability and growth they deliver to the nation.
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