Senate President Godswill Akpabio is painting a rosy picture, stating that Nigeria's banking sector has transformed into a fortress of strength and resilience. He declared this vision as a direct result of the "Renewed Hope" agenda spearheaded by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Akpabio assured Nigerians that the days of sudden bank collapses and lost depositor funds are firmly in the past.
Speaking on Friday, September 18, 2026, Akpabio asserted that the banking system is now not just surviving, but absolutely dominating. He claimed it has become one of the safest, most technologically advanced, and resilient financial hubs across Africa. According to him, the ongoing consolidation and recapitalization efforts within the sector are tangible proof that President Tinubu's economic policies are delivering results, rebuilding investor confidence, and safeguarding citizens' hard-earned money for sustainable growth.
Beyond the banks, the Senate President turned his attention to the persistent security challenges that have long hampered Nigeria's progress. He acknowledged that without safety, neither foreign investors nor local businesses can truly flourish, underscoring the critical link between security and economic development. Akpabio revealed a significant shift in the approach of security agencies, moving from merely reacting to threats to proactively confronting them head-on.
"The security forces are taking the fight directly to the enclaves of criminals, bandits, and insurgents," Akpabio stated, emphasizing the strategic pivot. He expressed firm confidence that insecurity would be defeated, but stressed that military hardware alone isn't the magic bullet. Akpabio called for a deeper partnership between citizens and security agencies, highlighting that the community itself is the most potent source of actionable intelligence.
He urged every Nigerian to shed the "culture of silence" and actively report suspicious activities. "If you see something, say something to the proper authorities," he implored, framing security as a fundamental civic duty. The Senate President also recognized the current economic hardships many Nigerians are enduring, framing these sacrifices as necessary steps to fix deep-seated structural issues and forge a stronger economic future.
Akpabio reiterated the administration's commitment, stating that President Tinubu and his cabinet are working tirelessly. He implored Nigerians, both at home and in the diaspora, to rally behind the national development efforts and collaborate with government institutions. "Let us stand united, support our security agencies, and work hand-in-hand with this administration to build the nation of our dreams," he concluded, calling for collective action.
Akpabio's pronouncements echo previous assurances from the National Assembly, which has consistently pledged its support for the economic and security reforms under the current administration. The Senate President, a former governor of Akwa Ibom State and a key figure in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has been a vocal proponent of the "Renewed Hope" agenda since its inception.