President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians at home and abroad that the nation’s economy has emerged from the “dark tunnel” of uncertainty, promising a brighter future for all.

Speaking at an exhibition in the United Kingdom during his two-day state visit, Tinubu said his administration was elected “to renew everybody’s hope,” a mission that continues to resonate with many Nigerians.

“As I stand before you, I can tell you that we’ve navigated our way out of the dark tunnel, the tunnel of economic uncertainty, the hopelessness of the past, but the bright future that we want to bring to each and every one of you,” he said.

Tinubu urged Nigerians to embrace the positives about their country and reaffirmed his commitment to being “that inspiring leader” who drives tangible change.

“I can assure you I’m still debating what the credit rating is saying of African economy, and I disagree. … It is you and I who must embrace what is positive about Africa, particularly Nigeria, and I promise you I’ll continue to be that inspiring leader,” he added.

He highlighted the theme of the exhibition, ‘Nigeria’s Modernism,’ as a celebration of Nigerian ingenuity and heritage. “I see a people people who take the best of the world in techniques and infuse them with the ancient, unbreakable ribbon of our own heritage. This is the Nigeria I know. This is the Nigeria we are all hoping to build,” Tinubu said.

The President also acknowledged global economic volatility and its impact on citizens, encouraging Nigerians to remain hopeful, positive, and committed to building a prosperous nation together.