By joshua 2027: WHY NIGERIANS BELIEVE THE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA DESERVES CONTINUITY
By Musa Bakare
As Nigeria approaches 2027, the record of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration deserves to be examined through evidence, reforms and measurable outcomes, not political noise.
Nations are not transformed by slogans, but by difficult decisions, courageous reforms and the determination to build for generations yet unborn.
The Renewed Hope Agenda began with difficult economic decisions, particularly the removal of the petrol subsidy and reforms in the foreign exchange market. These policies created significant short term pressures, but they were necessary to end unsustainable fiscal practices and redirect resources toward productive national investment.
The government has also pursued stronger revenue mobilisation, infrastructure development and investment. It has improved foreign reserves, stronger federation revenues and continued investment in roads, rail, power and other critical infrastructure.
In education, the establishment of NELFUND has created a framework for student loans, giving more Nigerian youths the opportunity to pursue tertiary education without depending entirely on their parents’ financial capacity.
Workers have also seen the national minimum wage rise from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000—a major statutory wage adjustment.
In agriculture, initiatives such as the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) seek to connect agricultural production with processing, industry and markets.
This reflects an important economic philosophy: Nigeria must move from exporting raw materials to creating value at home.
The administration has equally continued to prioritise national security and infrastructure, recognising a fundamental truth: development cannot flourish where citizens, farmers, businesses and investors cannot operate in safety.
The 2027 election should consequently be a referendum on records, policies, results and competing visions for Nigeria’s future.
For Nigerians, President Tinubu’s reform direction deserves continuity, the argument is straightforward: consolidate what has begun, correct what requires correction, strengthen what is working and complete the transformation.
As Scripture reminds us, “If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.” – Proverbs 24:10.
Nation building requires courage, patience and perseverance.
Nigeria’s future must remain greater than partisan interests. Where citizens believe a reform journey deserves continuation, 2027 provides the opportunity to make that choice at the ballot box.
Musa Asiru Bakare
Member of TSG writes from Lokoja Kogi State