FIC Report (Imo State) – As part of his activities in support of the federal government, the Imo State governor Hope Uzodimma interacted with the Diplomatic Corps resident in Nigeria to defend the President Bola Tinubu socio-economic reforms to keep the country on the part of growth and progress.
It was a bid to sustain their confidence in the administration’s repositioning of Nigeria in the international community.
Governor Uzodimma declared that the economic reforms of President Tinubu are aiding in rebuilding investor confidence in Nigeria’s ability to overcome the challenges of sustainable growth and stability.
Senator Uzodimma, who is also the chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, defended the president’s reforms policy, stating that they may seem tough but are crucial in moving Nigeria away from years of structural weaknesses towards fiscal discipline, economic recovery and as well as stronger government institutions.
He pointed out that the Tinubu administration has made impactful progress by tackling deeply rooted corruption, and introducing bold decisions like removal of fuel subsidy and stabilizing the value of the naira and then plowing the savings into numerous development demands.
Governor Uzodimma also advocated for increased support from foreign governments, developmental partners and investors, stressing that Nigeria is prepared for long-term international collaborations and mutual payoffs in investments to sustain the reforms. He then encouraged them to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda, reiterating that the country now offers a stable and transparent investment atmosphere.
Senator Uzodimma recounted that the former fuel subsidy regime was characterised by spurious claims of trillions of Naira being lost annually through fraudulent practices, smuggling across borders and inflated import figures.
According to the governor, previous administrations avoided fuel subsidy removal due to the political risk involved but that President Tinubu had to take on the bold step shortly after assuming office out of patriotism, adding that the reforms in the foreign exchange market has also significantly accelerated government’s revenue.
AKUSHIE, CHIOMA MARK HELEN
HOC. FIC. OWERRI
12/05/2026
