Independence Anniversary: APC Hails Nigerians’ Resilience, Backs Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Nigerians on the 66th anniversary of the country’s independence, commending citizens for their resilience and continued support for the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration.

The party made this known in a statement issued on Thursday, October 1, 2026, by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in Abuja.

The APC paid tribute to Nigeria’s founding fathers, democratic heroes and pro-democracy activists, particularly the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, for his role in the June 12, 1993 presidential election and the struggle for democratic rule.

The party said the Tinubu administration had remained committed to expanding democratic freedoms and strengthening the foundations of the Nigerian economy since assuming office.

According to the APC, major economic measures introduced by the administration, including the removal of fuel subsidy and the harmonisation of the foreign exchange market, initially caused economic difficulties but were necessary for the country’s long-term economic restructuring.

The party further claimed that the administration’s monetary and fiscal policies had helped stabilise the naira, improve foreign reserves, reduce inflation and increase revenues accruing to federal and sub-national governments.

It also highlighted efforts to increase crude oil production, support domestic refining and expand Nigeria’s capacity to refine petroleum products.

The APC said the administration had also introduced initiatives targeting youth empowerment, education, consumer credit and social investment, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Consumer Credit Scheme (CREDICORP) and cash transfers to millions of vulnerable Nigerians.

The party commended Nigerians for their patience and perseverance during the ongoing economic reforms, describing their resilience as an important part of the country’s journey towards national development.

“True independence goes beyond the hoisting of a flag,” the party said, stressing the need to build a strong, united and self-reliant nation while securing the country’s borders and the future of generations yet unborn.

The APC called on citizens, political stakeholders, traditional rulers, religious leaders and sub-national authorities to work together towards building what it described as the Nigeria of the collective dream.