APC Chairman Yilwatda on Nigeria's Economic Reforms
Analysis based on 15 articles · First reported Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Feb 04, 2026
The statements from the Nigeria===All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman aim to project economic stability and growth in Nigeria, which could positively influence investor confidence in the Nigerian market. Improved fiscal policies and a projected contribution to global GDP growth suggest a favorable environment for businesses and investments.
Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the Nigeria===All Progressives Congress (APC), reaffirmed that the party's growing strength in Nigeria is due to grassroots acceptance, inclusive governance, and visible economic reforms, rather than just governor defections. He highlighted major economic gains under the Bola Tinubu administration, including increased state revenues and a downward trend in inflation, with the World Bank Group projecting Nigeria as the only African country to contribute to global GDP growth this year. Yilwatda also discussed the government's responsiveness to public complaints, social intervention schemes, and dismissed allegations of Nigeria drifting towards a one-party state. He noted the political atmosphere in Nigeria===Kano State is tilting towards the APC and that in Nigeria===Osun State, nine governorship aspirants have agreed to a consensus candidate for the August election. He also praised President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, and defended security cooperation with the United States as a global best practice.
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