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Shettima: Tinubu saved Nigeria's economy

Published

4 October 2026

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operational-macro

◆ Geography

Nigeria

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Fusion42 · 4 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

Vice-President Kashim Shettima credited President Bola Tinubu with rescuing Nigeria's economy through tough reforms including removal of petrol subsidy and unification of exchange rates, despite economic hardships. The government is launching targeted programmes like e-logistics and electric tricycles to ease public suffering amid ongoing political activity ahead of 2027 elections.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Government decisions on subsidy cuts and currency reforms reveal a market opening in Nigeria where founders can align ventures with public relief initiatives. You should explore partnerships with forthcoming transport and logistics projects gaining government support ahead of 2027 elections.

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2 sources · first reported 3 Oct 2026 · latest 4 Oct 2026

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nigeriaeconomic-reformpetrol-subsidyexchange-ratesgovernment-aidpolitical-activity