President Bola Tinubu has said that his administration is pulling the country back from economic collapse

Tinubu stated this during the inauguration of the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo and his Deputy, Dennis Idahosa on Tuesday in Benin, the Edo State capital.

Represented by the Vice President,  Kashim Shettima, the president said that central to the development thus far recorded by his administration is Edo State who according to himself has elected leaders who have oftentimes developed capacities to better the people.

Shettima added that Nigeria is gravitating towards growth and development again following his proactive reforms.

He revealed that his administration was aware of the daunting and enormous challenges confronting the country prior to his coming into office, hence, his administration resolve to embark on aggressive several reforms that would salvage the situation.

He said, “When we took office, we knew the sincerity of our economy, we demanded serious reform of fiscal and monetary peace and stability of this nation. We have embarked on these reforms with determination to lay a foundation for opportunities.

“Today, we see leaders of integrity who laid this foundation to benefit the people. I am proud Edo State has chosen such men to lead the charge forward.

“The journey before us transcends partisan lines. We need people that would render service to our people. And no political party has managed the affairs of unity and purpose of our people than the APC since we take charge.

“Edo State central to this progress has elected a leader whose knows the prains and the feelings of the people, ranging from hospitals and schools to roads and infrastructures that would carry hope into every community.

“A house divided cannot stand. And the APC commitment to harmonious and people-beneficial governance we are providing has assured that we are ready to lead.

“A leader must be diligent to overcome obstacles in to deliver the promises he made to the people. Election is over and any atmosphere that nourishes and acts fascism mentality must be dismantled instantly. While some may want to disrupt peace after the will of the people have been expressed.

“I stand before you today in confidence, knowing that we have weather the harding days as a nation. We have pulled back from the brink of economic collapse and now, we are stepping forward into time of growth.”