This is probably the clearest explanation yet on subsidy removal, borrowing, fiscal reforms, where the money is going and what comes next in the push for jobs and economic prosperity. Taiwo Oyedele explains it all. Every Nigerian should watch it.
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STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT
PRESIDENT TRUMP LAUDS PRESIDENT TINUBU'S DECISIVE LEADERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISTS
US President Donald Trump has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his decisive leadership “on behalf of the Nigerian people.”
In a letter to President Tinubu, President Trump applauded Tinubu’s resolve “to tackle the issues plaguing Nigeria, especially the violence affecting Christian communities.”
According to Trump: “It is a true honour to stand with you in the fight against these terrorists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous.”
The US-Nigeria relationship flourished in recent times, with the two sides working closely in key areas, especially in tackling security challenges afflicting parts of Nigeria.
In November last year, President Trump and President Tinubu agreed to establish a Joint Working Group co-headed by the National Security Advisers of Nigeria and the United States. Through the work of the working group, the two sides agreed on several steps, including training, intelligence sharing, and joint operations to roll back terrorist activities.
A highlight of the collaboration was the May 16 coordinated attack on ISIS hideouts in the Lake Chad area, which led to the killing of the group's top leader, Abubakar Al-Minoki, and many of his lieutenants
Last week, the US Assistant Secretary of State for Africa, Frank Garcia, visited Abuja, where he held meetings with senior government officials and pledged to strengthen the cooperation between Abuja and Washington DC in security and other areas of collaboration.
Full text of the letter dated July 6, 2026:
Dear Mr President,
“Thank you for your thoughtful letter. Your kind words mean a great deal to me, and I appreciate your decisive leadership on behalf of the Nigerian people. I applaud your resolve to tackle the issues plaguing your nation, especially the violence affecting Christian communities and it is a true honor to stand with you in the fight against terrorists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous.
“The United States-Nigeria relationship is crucial at a time where conflict has spread across West Africa and around the world. We both share a mutual goal of confronting terrorism in all its forms, and our historic US-Nigeria 2026 Defence Cooperation Roadmap has established a robust framework to accomplish this feat.
“I am proud to have deployed the United States Special Operations Forces—among the most elite military units anywhere in the world—to equip the brave men and women in the Armed Forces of Nigeria with the skills, tools and intelligence they need to protect your homeland and ensure the safety and security of citizens, particularly those of faith who have been under attack. I look forward to our continued discussions over the course of my Presidency."
Sincerely,
Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
July 22, 2026
In Letter to Tinubu, Trump Lauds Nigerian President’s Decisive Leadership Against Terrorists – Presidency
U.S. President Donald Trump has commended Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his strong leadership in combating terrorism, particularly violence affecting Christian communities, according to a statement from the Nigerian Presidency.
In a formal letter dated July 6, 2026, President Trump praised Tinubu’s resolve and pledged continued U.S. support in the fight against terrorists.
“It is a true honour to stand with you in the fight against these terrorists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous,” Trump wrote.
The details were disclosed today by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the Nigerian President on Information and Strategy.
Full Text of Trump’s Letter dated July 6, 2026:
Dear Mr President,
“Thank you for your thoughtful letter. Your kind words mean a great deal to me, and I appreciate your decisive leadership on behalf of the Nigerian people. I applaud your resolve to tackle the issues plaguing your nation, especially the violence affecting Christian communities and it is a true honor to stand with you in the fight against terrorists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous.
“The United States-Nigeria relationship is crucial at a time where conflict has spread across West Africa and around the world. We both share a mutual goal of confronting terrorism in all its forms, and our historic US-Nigeria 2026 Defence Cooperation Roadmap has established a robust framework to accomplish this feat.
“I am proud to have deployed the United States Special Operations Forces—among the most elite military units anywhere in the world—to equip the brave men and women in the Armed Forces of Nigeria with the skills, tools and intelligence they need to protect your homeland and ensure the safety and security of citizens, particularly those of faith who have been under attack. I look forward to our continued discussions over the course of my Presidency."
In continuation of its nationwide project inspection tour, the Presidential Communication Team visited Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State to assess progress on key federal and state-sponsored initiatives.
Work was in full swing along the Kabba–Egbe–Omuaran federal road when the team, led by Chief Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, alongside Chief Tunde Rahman, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Special Duties, arrived for an unscheduled inspection.
PRESIDENT TINUBU IS INTENTIONALLY REBUILDING THE SOUTH EAST
I can’t contain my joy and that of my people regarding the great news from DIKESIMBA Anambra; DIKESIMBA NDIGBO, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR!
Certainly, President Tinubu has a date with history, and even more so with the Southeast. He continues to demonstrate his avowed commitment to orchestrating the reconstruction of the Southeast, thereby finally healing the wounds of the Civil War. There are several unprecedented, foundational infrastructural rebirths going on in the Southeast at the moment. We will celebrate the full list later….
But the news from him today is history in itself. I met the President on Wednesday, July 1. The next day, the Hon. Minister for Works and Infrastructure (our own ever-productive and beloved Sen. Dave Umahi) contacted me to send him the details of the roads we had repeatedly discussed. On Friday, July 3rd, I sent him the following two roads:
1. Otuocha–Anam–Abaji (Kogi), about 108km to be dualized; and
2. Oba–Nnewi–Uga–Ihube (Okigwe Junction), connecting Anambra/Imo to the Enugu–PH Road, which also passes through Abia, about 150km to be dualized.
Today, 15th July, I received a message from the Min. of Works that the President has graciously approved both roads for “design and procurement”! What can I say? These two roads constitute critical game-changers for the Southeast, South-South and North Central. The man who tamed the Atlantic Ocean in Lagos is certainly redefining politics, and the Southeast won’t be the same again! For me personally, this is why politics makes sense to me: working collaboratively and building alliances to achieve concrete results that improve the lives of the people.
Thank you, ASIWAJU! History will be kind to you!!
The kidnappers demanded cash ransom - The President refused.
They demanded a prisoner swap - our children for captured terrorists. The President's answer was simple: Never.
Frustrated, they threatened to eliminate the hostages - The President outmaneuvered them by circling their own relatives.
When they ran out of options and attempted to flee, our gallant security forces closed in and ambushed them.
The President did not only recover all our children and their teachers unharmed, he also apprehended the terrorists.
Mr. President - The Master Strategist delivered a 100% rescue formula.
Only one move remains on the chessboard: let justice be swift and uncompromising, these agents of darkness should be hastily dispatched to hell, so our land may breathe with one less pocket of evil.
You won't see those influencers and their fake tears, Ai videos and pictures of the Oyo kids talk about the release. They are waiting for the next bad news to jump out and cash out with fake tears and concern.
They made videos everyday and helped Ansaru terr0rists to propagate fear with fake pictures. They created Ai videos of kids with bruises on their backs, used the picture of a kid tied to a brick, which didn't happen in Oyo to cause panic.
They won't make skits about military exploits. Bad news is what fuel their creativity. Even the ones who made fake Ai graphics everyday have gone mute since yesterday.
Tonight, our nation has reason to give thanks.
The children and teachers abducted by Ansaru terrorists in Oyo State have been rescued by our security forces, alive and unharmed. No ransom was paid. No concession was made.
I salute every officer and operative whose courage, discipline, and professionalism made this possible.
To those who seek to spread fear through terror, know that the Nigerian state will pursue you relentlessly. We will protect our people, defend our communities, and never relent until peace and security prevail across our country.
BOLA AHMED TINUBU
President & Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Unpatriotic Nigerians and several haters of this administration are equally pretending to be unaware of the rescue of the Oriire school children while some of them are shamelessly trying to waterdown the successful rescue mission by the Military in the National Park Forest in Oyo State.
They're not happy about the good news. They hate good news about Nigeria. They despise anything that will put Nigeria in good light in the eyes of the world. Wicked people.
Tonight, our nation has reason to give thanks.
The children and teachers abducted by Ansaru terrorists in Oyo State have been rescued by our security forces, alive and unharmed. No ransom was paid. No concession was made.
I salute every officer and operative whose courage, discipline, and professionalism made this possible.
To those who seek to spread fear through terror, know that the Nigerian state will pursue you relentlessly. We will protect our people, defend our communities, and never relent until peace and security prevail across our country.
BOLA AHMED TINUBU
President & Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria