Tinubu : We Must Make ‘Difficult Changes’ To Be Respected globally

Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, emphasized the need for the country to implement “challenging reforms” in order to gain respect on the global stage.

He addressed this during the opening of the Nigerian Bar Association’s 2023 Annual General Conference in Abuja.

Tinubu acknowledged that while these reforms might be difficult initially, they are essential for the nation’s growth. He stressed the importance of these changes, not just for the current generation but also for future ones.

Tinubu also expressed concern over the country’s unsustainable external debt servicing, highlighting the necessity for significant changes to ensure Nigeria’s progress and recognition among the world’s leading nations.

Additionally, he pledged to address issues related to the compensation of judicial officers and legal practitioners, urging a change in mindset and a forward-looking approach to uplift the nation.