Tinubu Directs Immediate Implementation of Infrastructural Projects Across the Country

Tinubu Directs Immediate Implementation of Infrastructural Projects Across the Country

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday directed the immediate commencement of all approved infrastructural projects across the country, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to delivering infrastructure that is both inclusive and sustainable.

A statement shared by Vice President Kashim Shettima said the President gave the order at the 2025 Nigeria Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Summit with the theme, “Unlocking Nigeria’s Potential: The Role of Public-Private Partnerships in Delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda”.

The summit was organised by the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) in Abuja.

The President said his administration remained determined to deliver infrastructure that is both sustainable and inclusive, cautioning against any delays caused by bureaucratic hurdles.

Represented by Shettima, he said the Federal Government planned to fast-track approvals for viable projects and intensify coordination among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure rapid implementation.

“The President has restated the determination of his administration to fast-track approvals for viable infrastructural projects across the country, stating that what matters to the average Nigerian is the availability of basic infrastructure such as power, roads, health facilities, and quality schools,” Shettima wrote.

Tinubu further acknowledged existing challenges within Nigeria’s project implementation culture, observing that the country’s potential has not always been matched by action.

According to him, “Nigeria does not lack potential. What we have lacked, at times, is alignment of purpose and the courage to act decisively. Let us chart a new path, not just as government and investors, but as partners in nation-building.”

He said the current administration had taken measures to streamline bureaucratic processes and improve transparency in the public-private engagement framework.

“We have aligned our processes with global best practices and investor expectations,” he added.

Tinubu also declared that the old model of public-only infrastructure funding was no longer sustainable.

President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the urgent need for collaboration and innovation to meet Nigeria’s vast infrastructural needs, stating that public funding alone cannot deliver on the country’s national aspirations.

“Our national goals go beyond what government budgets can achieve on their own. That’s why we must innovate and work together,” he said. “We’re not seeking investors to shoulder burdens—we’re offering opportunities to create real value. We want long-term partners committed to bridging our infrastructure gap with purpose and precision.”

He assured that his administration would accelerate approvals for viable projects and ensure effective coordination among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to enable swift execution.

“Nigerians want results, not rhetoric,” the President stressed. “They care about power in their homes, roads that lead to their farms, access to clean water, modern hospitals, and quality education. We must build. We must deliver. And we must do it together.”

Tinubu also advocated for a stronger partnership between the public and private sectors—one driven by innovation, efficiency, commitment, and integrity rather than just capital investment.

Addressing the private sector, he said, “Nigeria offers unmatched scale, demand, and returns across the continent. But we need more than your money—we need your ideas, your efficiency, and most importantly, your integrity. Don’t be deterred by the risks; see the vast potential to shape a nation that is not only rising but ready.”

Reaffirming his commitment to long-term infrastructure development, Tinubu referenced the National Integrated Infrastructure Master Plan (2020–2043), which aims to increase Nigeria’s infrastructure stock from the current 30–35% of GDP to 70% by 2043.

However, he added a note of caution: “Blueprints alone won’t build roads. Policies on their own won’t generate electricity.”