President Tinubu Assures Nigerians of Sustained Prosperity, Commends Adamawa Governor Fintiri and NSA Ribadu During Yola VisitYola, Adamawa State

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining ongoing economic reforms, promising greater inclusion, citizen empowerment, and prosperity for all Nigerians.The President made the assurance during a one-day official visit to Adamawa State on Monday, February 16, 2026, where he commissioned several infrastructure projects executed by the state government.

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Speakingat the event in Yola, Tinubu highlighted the positive impacts of the reforms, noting steady progress in key sectors such as education, health, and infrastructure across the country.”I am happy that the reforms are steadily yielding results… with major transformations in many states, particularly in education, health, and infrastructure,” he said.The President specifically commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State for his prudent management of federal allocations and effective delivery of dividends of democracy to the people.

Hep praisedFintiri’s focus on road construction, educational institutions, and overall development, describing the governor as a leader with vision, commitment, and renewal in investments for the state’s children.”Umaru Fintiri, I’ve seen a tremendous amount of renewal, commitment from you in investments in the education of our children, and I commend your vision and commitment to the development of Adamawa State,” Tinubu stated.

“You’re truly a reflection of who we are as a people united to achieve for our great nation.”Tinubu also singled out National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, a native of Adamawa State, for his leadership in the fight against insecurity.

Describing Ribadu as “honest, bold, courageous, and committed,” the President expressed pride in his performance and assured that the ongoing efforts would lead to victory over bandits and terrorists.”National Security Adviser, the son of the soil, Nuhudeen Ribadu… you’re doing an excellent job, and we are seeing the result.

We will defeat the bandits and terrorists,” Tinubu declared.The visit underscored strengthened federal-state collaboration, with Tinubu emphasizing continued service and sacrifice for national development. He thanked traditional and religious leaders for promoting peace amid economic challenges. Governor Fintiri, in response, lauded the President’s “bold federalism” for empowering states to deliver tangible benefits to citizens. The event drew attendance from governors, former governors, ministers, senators, and other top officials, highlighting bipartisan support for the administration’s agenda.

This development comes as Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda continues to garner attention for its focus on economic recovery, security, and infrastructure renewal nationwide.