The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has declared that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is making significant progress in combating terrorism, banditry, and ethnic conflicts that have plagued Nigeria in recent times.
Speaking at the management retreat of the Voice of Nigeria held at the BON Octagon Hotel in Jabi, Abuja, yesterday, Idris emphasised the need for Nigerians to showcase to the world that the country is on the path to recovery and progress.
He highlighted the administration’s efforts to rejuvenate the nation’s workforce and promote sustainable productivity.
The Minister also noted that the younger population now has greater access to quality tertiary education through the National Education Loans (NEL) Fund, which offers a clearer pathway to academic success and empowerment.
“Importantly, our nation is going through an energy transition phase that will guarantee more sustainable electricity and gas to power our homes and machinery”, he said.
He stated that President Tinubu is pursuing an ambitious fiscal reform agenda designed to allocate more resources to Nigeria’s State and Local Governments—and ultimately to the Nigerian people—in line with the principles of true federalism.
According to him, 2025 will mark the consolidation of the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which he said is already delivering tangible results across various aspects of Nigeria’s socio-economic and political landscape.
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Idris further stated that, to support Nigeria’s ongoing transformation, the country will increasingly depend on VON’s information assets to combat the growing threats of fake news, disinformation, and misinformation.
He said, “For media organisations like VON to compete in a crowded global field, technology must be a priority. You must leverage new and emerging digital technologies to improve the quality and reach of what you do here, and to ensure that you continue to stay relevant in these ever-changing times.
“I cannot close these remarks without specially recognizing and saluting all of the hardworking staff of the Voice of Nigeria, for the work that you do. From the journalists on the front-lines, to all of the other staff who contribute just as much from behind the scenes.
“We will ensure that we prioritize your welfare, and make resources available so that you can continue to fulfill your mandate. I look forward to the outcome of this retreat and to the emerging new template for VON’s repositioning. Thank you and I wish you all a great management retreat.”
