Two Years of Tinubu: Key Achievements and Policy Shifts in Nigeria's Governance.
By Kelechi Ugo
As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks two years in office, his administration has highlighted a number of accomplishments it considers transformative in the nation's socio-economic landscape. Below is a summary of key initiatives and policy milestones recorded under his leadership from 2023 to 2025.
One of the administration’s most notable achievements is maintaining uninterrupted academic activity in Nigerian universities — a break from years of recurring industrial strikes. In addition, the government launched financial support programs for underprivileged students, enabling access to higher education without undue burden on parents.
Furthermore, eight new medical universities have been approved to train health professionals, with an emphasis on addressing Nigeria's medical brain drain.
The federal government allocated over ₦250 billion to revamp primary healthcare centres nationwide. In addition, a plan to construct 8,000 new health centres across all 774 local government areas is underway — aimed at expanding healthcare access in underserved communities.
Six new regional development commissions were established, with nearly ₦4 trillion disbursed to them for localized infrastructure and economic development projects. This decentralization approach is designed to allow each region to develop based on its unique needs.
The Tinubu administration claims to have added over 1,500 megawatts to Nigeria’s electricity grid in two years — a significant increase given the slow progress of previous decades. In rural areas, one million homes are targeted for electrification under the Rural Electrification Program, while 22 federal universities have been connected to solar energy systems.
One of the flagship infrastructure projects under Tinubu is the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, aimed at unlocking tourism, trade, and port development along Nigeria’s coastline. Additionally, agro-processing zones are being established nationwide to promote agricultural industrialization and value chain development.
Tinubu’s decision to remove fuel subsidies — a move that drew mixed reactions — has significantly reduced public debt accumulation. Unlike previous administrations, his government has not borrowed extensively to defend the naira or subsidize fuel.
Trade performance has also improved, with Nigeria recording an ₦18 trillion trade surplus — the first in over 25 years. The economy grew by 3.4% in 2024, the second-highest rate in the last decade. The administration also reduced the national budget deficit from 50% in 2023 to about 23% in 2025.
Over $7 billion in foreign exchange backlog — owed to investors — has been cleared. Investor confidence appears to be on the rise, with over $40 billion in new investments reportedly flowing into the country. The Nigerian Stock Exchange has also seen a substantial rise, more than doubling in value over two years.
The federal government has rolled out a $3 billion fibre optics project to improve digital infrastructure nationwide. Additional initiatives, including the 3MTT program, aim to boost digital skills and job creation among Nigerian youth.
The Ministry of Livestock has commenced the construction of modern ranches, signaling a shift from open grazing to more sustainable livestock practices.
While supporters of President Tinubu describe these achievements as evidence of a reform-focused administration steering Nigeria toward economic stability and infrastructural renewal, critics argue that high inflation, currency devaluation, and rising cost of living remain major concerns.
As Nigeria enters the third year of Tinubu’s presidency, the coming months will be crucial in determining whether these gains can be consolidated and extended to the wider population.
