President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to give his administration another opportunity to complete its ongoing programmes and reforms, renewing his call for public patience as the country prepares to mark its 66th Independence Anniversary. The appeal was delivered on Friday, September 25, 2026, through the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during a special Juma’at prayer at the National Mosque in Abuja. The event formed part of activities ahead of Nigeria’s Independence Day on October 1.
Speaking through Abbas, Tinubu said his administration was correcting what he described as the accumulated mistakes and missed opportunities of previous governments. He urged citizens not to lose hope in Nigeria’s economic recovery and development, expressing confidence that the country was moving towards a better future. For Nigerians dealing with the everyday demands of food, transportation, electricity and other household expenses, however, the call for more time raises an important question: how soon will the promised progress become more visible in their daily lives?
Tinubu Says His Administration Is Correcting Past Mistakes
The President’s message presented Nigeria’s 66 years of independence as a milestone that calls for reflection on the country’s achievements, setbacks and missed opportunities. According to the statement delivered by Abbas, the administration believes it is addressing longstanding problems while pursuing reforms intended to improve the country’s future.
In the language of political expectations, however, correcting past mistakes is only one part of the assignment. Citizens also want to see measurable improvements in their living conditions. The government is asking Nigerians to maintain hope while its programmes continue, but the public will naturally be watching for evidence that the reforms are delivering meaningful results. After all, patience may be a virtue, but it does not pay market bills by itself.
Tinubu Appeals for Public Support Ahead of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary
Tinubu’s appeal comes as the Federal Government says it wants to move from economic reforms and stabilisation towards growth, production and shared prosperity. At a September 24 briefing on the Independence Anniversary, Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume said the next phase should translate reform efforts into practical benefits, including jobs, higher incomes, lower costs and wider economic opportunities.
The contrast between official expectations and everyday experiences will remain central to public discussion. The administration is asking Nigerians to give its programmes more time, while citizens will be looking for improvements they can actually feel. In the grand Nigerian tradition of waiting for things to improve, the public is entitled to ask what milestones have been achieved, what remains unfinished and when the benefits are expected to reach ordinary households. The answers will matter more than the number of speeches delivered about the journey ahead.
As Nigeria approaches its 66th Independence Anniversary, Tinubu’s request has placed the completion of reforms and the delivery of tangible results firmly in the spotlight. His administration has expressed confidence in the country’s direction, but the coming months will provide further opportunities to assess progress against its stated objectives. Nigerians will be watching to see how the promises translate into economic relief, improved security and better living conditions. Stay with OGM News NG for future updates on the administration’s reforms and the public response to its call for more time.
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