Shettima: Economy is picking up, Nigerians will soon start smiling

Vice-President Kashim Shettima says Nigerians will start seeing the results of President Bola Tinubu’s reforms in the coming weeks and months.

Speaking after a New Year visit to the president at his Lagos residence, Shettima expressed optimism about the nation’s economic trajectory.

He said the nation’s economy is showing signs of recovery, adding that the administration is working hard to stabilise it.

The vice-president said Nigeria is successfully navigating global economic challenges, including the Ukraine crisis, through strategic planning and resilience.

He added that Nigerians will smile and prosper in 2025, as the economy turns the corner.

“I’m highly optimistic about tomorrow. I believe we have turned the corner,” he said.

“We shall have very robust economic activities in the new year. I believe Nigerians will prosper.

“The economy has started picking up, and in the coming weeks and months, Nigerians will start smiling for the better.

“We are working assiduously with the national assembly to come up with robust solutions to our national challenges.

“There is no nation that is immune to the economic headwinds across the world.

“The crisis in Ukraine and so many other global trends are affecting us adversely because we are part of the global community.

“But I want to assure Nigerians that the economy is turning the corner. By the grace of God, we have crossed the rubicon and we are on a path to sustained growth. We wish Nigerians well.”