The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adelabu Adedeji, has showcased the achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, stressing that the policies have restored investor confidence and placed Nigeria on a path of stability and sustainable growth.

Speaking at the “Meet the Press” session in Abuja, Adedeji was joined by senior presidential aides:

1.Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy

2.Otega Ogra, Special Adviser to the President on Digital Strategy and New Media

3.Linda Nwabuwa Akhigbe, Special Adviser to the President on Strategic Communications

4.AbdulAziz AbdulAziz, Special Adviser to the President on Print Media

5.Hon. Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai, Special Adviser to the President on Community Engagement (North West)

6.Adenike Olaoye, Special Adviser to the President on Revenue and Fiscal Policy

Key Highlights from the Briefing:
•Nigeria’s credit ratings upgraded by Moody’s and Fitch, underscoring improved economic stability.

•₦20.62 trillion in revenue generated between January and August 2025, including ₦4.98 trillion from oil and ₦15.67 trillion from non-oil sectors.

•Clearance of a $7 billion debt backlog, with foreign reserves rising above $23 billion.

•Inflation reduced from 31% in 2024 to 20.12% as of August 2025.

•States now receiving double their previous allocations, with new tax reforms and digital systems to be implemented from January 2026.

Adedeji concluded that these results reflect the success of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda in transforming Nigeria into a more resilient, inclusive, and prosperous economy.