The Ifako-Ijaiye Renewed Hope Ambassadors on Wednesday convened a high-level advocacy and stakeholders’ engagement in Lagos, rallying support for the reform-driven agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu while making a strong case for continuity ahead of the 2027 elections.
The event which took place at the Unity Centre along Iju-Ajuwon Road in Ifako-Ijaiye, brought together religious leaders, community groups, market associations, youth representatives, transport unions and professionals in a broad-based dialogue on the administration’s economic and governance reforms.
Convener of the forum and local coordinator of the group, Hon. Olurotimi Adeleye, said the engagement was designed to connect policy with people, deepen grassroots understanding of reforms and consolidate public backing for ongoing national initiatives.
Speakers at the gathering highlighted key pillars of the Renewed Hope agenda, pointing to the removal of fuel subsidy as a decisive move that has redirected trillions of naira into infrastructure, healthcare and social support programmes. They also underscored the unification of exchange rates as a step toward transparency and investor confidence, alongside revenue reforms that have lifted non-oil earnings beyond ₦20 trillion by mid-2025 and improved the tax-to-GDP ratio. Participants noted that tighter debt management has significantly reduced the country’s debt service burden, freeing fiscal space for development projects, while Central Bank reforms have curtailed inflationary financing and cleared billions of dollars in foreign exchange backlogs.
The administration’s infrastructure drive also featured prominently, with references to flagship projects such as the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the Sokoto- Badagry Superhighway, as well as the decentralisation of electricity under the Electricity Act 2023, enabling states and private players to participate in power generation and distribution. Social interventions including the student loan scheme, a new ₦70,000 minimum wage, expanded consumer credit access and targeted cash transfers to millions of vulnerable households were cited as evidence of efforts to cushion the impact of reforms and rebuild the middle class.
Security and governance reforms were equally emphasised, with speakers noting enhanced military capacity, ongoing anti-corruption efforts and renewed focus on local government autonomy as critical steps toward strengthening institutions and improving service delivery.
In a keynote address delivered on behalf of Lagos State coordinator, RHA, Hon.
Tayo Akinmade Ayinde, Miss Adetutu Abraham- Adesanya said the engagement underscored the administration’s commitment to inclusive development. “We are here with a clear message: the Renewed Hope agenda is not just a policy framework but a promise that development must be felt in every community,” she said. “This platform allows us to listen, engage and ensure that governance reflects the aspirations of the people.”
Hon. Benjamin Adeyemi Olabinjo (BAO), Member, Representing Ifako-Ijaiye Federal Constituency, at the Green chamber of the National Assembly, participated as a guest speaker at the Advocacy and Stakeholders Engagement Programme themed “Advocacy and Stakeholders Engagement on Renewed Hope Agenda.”
In his address, Hon. Olabinjo underscored several policy reforms and initiatives introduced by the Tinubu administration. He made reference to notable efforts such as the student loan scheme, the removal of fuel subsidy and its emerging economic impact, as well as ongoing infrastructure projects including the construction of coastal roads. He emphasized that these reforms are strategically designed to reposition Nigeria for sustainable growth, economic stability, and global competitiveness.
While acknowledging the progress made, BAO also addressed the challenges confronting the current administration, noting that many were inherited and not directly caused by the present government.
He, however, commended the President’s resilience and commitment, stating that despite these challenges, the administration continues to work diligently toward national development and improved living standards.
Furthermore, Hon. Olabinjo called on critical stakeholders across Ifako-Ijaiye and Lagos State to sustain their support for the President’s second-term ambition. According to him, continued backing is essential to consolidate ongoing reforms and achieve long-term developmental goals.
The traditional ruler of Ojokoro land, Oba Rilwan Oluwalambe Taiwo, commended the administration’s reforms, describing them as impactful across multiple sectors. He urged residents to sustain their support, arguing that continuity would be critical to consolidating gains already recorded. “For Nigeria to maintain its current trajectory of progress, it is essential that citizens remain committed to leadership that prioritises reform and development,” he said.
Participants repeatedly called on Lagos residents, particularly those in Ifako-Ijaiye, to rally behind the President’s re-election bid in 2027, framing it as a referendum on the sustainability of ongoing reforms.
In his closing remarks, Adeleye expressed gratitude to attendees and reaffirmed the group’s commitment to grassroots mobilisation. “The strength of this movement lies in the people. Your presence here today reflects a shared belief in a better Nigeria and a collective resolve to support policies that deliver real change,” he said. “Together, we are not only advancing the Renewed Hope vision but also laying the foundation for lasting progress, unity and accountable governance.”
He added that the engagement marked another step in building nationwide consensus around reforms aimed at stabilising the economy, expanding opportunities and strengthening democratic institutions.
The programme was organized as a platform to highlight and promote the achievements of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda, while also fostering dialogue among key stakeholders.
The event ultimately served as a strategic forum for advocacy, collaboration, and meaningful engagement, reinforcing the role of unified stakeholder support in advancing Nigeria’s development agenda.
