EFFURUN/Nigeria: Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly, Ede Dafinone, has thrown his weight behind the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing the President as one of Nigeria’s most prepared leaders whose difficult but strategic reforms were designed to reposition the nation for long-term growth and stability.
The lawmaker made the remarks on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Forum of Presidents-General of the 24 Urhobo Kingdoms at the Uvwie Town Hall in Effurun, Delta State, where the Forum unanimously endorsed President Tinubu, Delta State Governor Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, and Senator Dafinone for re-election in the 2027 general elections.
Dafinone said despite the political risks associated with major policy changes, President Tinubu chose to pursue critical reforms rather than take easier populist decisions that could have secured short-term public approval.
He maintained that the administration’s reforms, though initially painful, were necessary measures aimed at stabilising the economy and laying a stronger foundation for national development.
The senator also praised Governor Oborevwori for what he described as impactful governance and visible developmental projects across Delta State, noting that the governor had already built a remarkable legacy within less than three years in office.
According to Dafinone:
“I strongly believe that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains one of the most prepared leaders Nigeria has produced. His background in governance, finance, accounting, and politics adequately prepared him for leadership. The difficult reforms he has undertaken , including fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate reforms, and electricity subsidy reforms, were painful but necessary decisions aimed at repositioning the country for long-term stability and economic growth.”
“Previous administrations avoided many of these reforms because of fears of political backlash and unpopularity. But true leadership sometimes requires difficult decisions in the greater interest of the nation. Although these policies have created temporary hardship, there are already visible signs of recovery. Exchange rates have shown greater stability, investments in agriculture are increasing, foreign direct investments are improving, and food prices are gradually easing compared to the peaks experienced in late 2023 and early 2024″.
“The global economic disruptions caused by international conflicts also slowed Nigeria’s expected recovery trajectory, but the direction remains positive. I firmly believe that Nigerians will eventually begin to experience the long-term benefits of these reforms.
“On the home front, our Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has also distinguished himself through visible projects and practical governance. As he approaches his third anniversary in office, he has already built a strong legacy across Delta State. His administration has demonstrated commitment to infrastructure, development, and service delivery, and I am proud to belong to the same political family working together for the progress of our people and our state.”
