Governor Sule Applauds President Tinubu’s Economic Policies, Credits Improved Revenue for Massive State Projects

Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s economic reforms, stating that the policies have significantly increased revenue for state governments and enabled accelerated infrastructure development across the country.

Governor Sule made the remarks on Wednesday in Keffi during the 4th Stakeholders Meeting and the first anniversary celebration of Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman as Vice-Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK).

According to the governor, the economic policies, particularly the unification and devaluation of the naira, have ended the challenges of multiple exchange rates and improved federal allocations and internally generated revenue (IGR) for many states.

“With President Tinubu’s reforms, especially the unification of the foreign exchange system, Nasarawa State now enjoys increased revenue. This has allowed us to fund vital projects and new initiatives without borrowing,” Governor Sule said.

Highlighting recent accomplishments, he noted that the state government has approved a new salary structure for the House of Assembly and other tertiary institutions, funded completely from improved revenue without external loans. He also revealed that the state is set to break ground on a major infrastructure project—a flyover at the Total Roundabout in Keffi—valued at over ₦10 billion, with 50% of the payment already made to the contractor upfront.

“All our ongoing developments—be it road construction, institutional upgrades, or public sector improvements—are being financed 100% by the state. None of the projects is funded by loans. This is the direct result of the fiscal opportunities created by President Tinubu’s bold reforms,” the governor added.

To enhance student welfare and security on campus, Governor Sule also announced plans for a public-private partnership with Advent, the reputable construction firm behind hostels at the University of Lagos and Lagos State University. The firm will build a 1,150-bed capacity hostel at NSUK to cater to the growing student population.

Governor Sule concluded by emphasizing the transformative impact of President Tinubu’s policies on the state’s development and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to efficient resource management and sustainable growth.