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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the current hardship is short-term while the gains that will accrue therefrom will be long-term.
He said the citizens’ sacrifices would soon usher in an era of enduring economic benefits for all.
The President restated his administration’s commitment to tackling the country’s economic and security challenges, emphasising the intricate link between the two.
President Tinubu spoke at this year’s annual national conference of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) on Monday in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital.
The President, who was represented by the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, noted that the security of lives and property remained essential for development.
He said: “All of us in this gathering would agree that economic stability is not solely an economic issue; it has direct correlations with national security.
“These issues do not only threaten our physical safety but also stifle economic development, deter foreign investment, and inhibit our efforts to achieve a stable economy.
“Moreover, addressing the root causes of insecurity, such as poverty, unemployment, and inadequate education, is essential to ensuring lasting peace.
“As we contemplate the way forward, I urge all of you – leaders, managers, and professionals – to foster collaboration across sectors. We need to create platforms for dialogue between the public and private sectors."
