President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to converting the gains of its economic reforms, which he said have brought stability, into investments, increased production and job opportunities for Nigerians. He made the remarks while speaking at the 19th Annual Banking and Finance Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), according to Tribune Online.

The World Bank has identified Nigeria's primary fiscal challenge as weak revenue mobilisation rather than high levels of debt. Mathew Verghis, the World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, emphasized the need for the government to focus on enhancing revenue generation to foster sustainable economic growth during an interview on Channels Television.

Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, has urged banks to utilize the over N4.6 trillion raised from the recent banking sector recapitalisation to invest in productive sectors. This initiative aims to create jobs, support businesses, and enhance foreign exchange earnings. The recapitalisation exercise concluded on March 31, 2026.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Tinubu's administration for attributing the issues of insecurity and economic hardship to Nigerians. He argues that it is unjust to place the blame on the citizens for these challenges.

The World Bank has warned that Nigeria's financial system is failing to direct enough credit to businesses with the greatest potential to create jobs. According to Premium Times, a World Bank official urged banks and development finance institutions to redirect capital towards productive sectors of the economy, saying current lending patterns are bypassing the country's key job creators.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu's administration over N24.7 trillion in domestic borrowing, arguing that the debt is choking Nigerian businesses. According to Legit.ng, Atiku questioned the rationale for the borrowing at a time of higher oil prices and rising government revenues, suggesting the government's fiscal approach is placing undue pressure on the private sector and the wider economy.