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  • Daniel Bwala Says Nigerians Earning ₦60,000 at Home May Be Better Off Than Some Who ‘Japa’

    Presidential Adviser on Media and Policy Communications, Daniel Bwala, has argued that some Nigerians earning as little as ₦60,000 monthly are better off than those who relocated abroad in search of greener pastures.

    Bwala made the remarks during an appearance on The Morayo Show, where he discussed the economic realities facing many Nigerians living overseas.

    ‘Japa is not always greener’

    According to Bwala, many Nigerians who migrated to countries such as the United Kingdom now work jobs that do not reflect their educational qualifications.

    “Some of you in Nigeria who think you are suffering, you’re better off than your colleagues that japa five years ago.”

    He described the experience of many migrants as “modern-day slavery,” claiming that degree holders are now working in care homes, warehouses and other low-skilled jobs to survive.

    Living costs consume earnings

    Bwala said although some workers abroad earn between £2,600 and £2,800 monthly, a significant portion of their income goes into rent, transportation, internet, utility bills and feeding.

    “At the end of the day, what you are left with is not much. So you are forced to do two or three jobs,” he said.

    He added that someone earning ₦60,000 in Nigeria may still benefit from support from family and friends, unlike many Nigerians living abroad who have no such safety net.

    Defends Tinubu’s social programmes

    The presidential aide also defended the administration of President Bola Tinubu, highlighting what he described as key healthcare interventions.

    According to Bwala, the Federal Government has introduced a 50 per cent subsidy on dialysis in federal hospitals and made caesarean section procedures free in public health facilities.

    He said the administration intends to expand healthcare support to cover additional medical services and prescription drugs as more resources become available.

  • Tinubu Aide, Daniel Bwala, Says Nigerians Have Right to Self-Defence Amid Rising Insecurity

    The Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, has stated that Nigerians have the constitutional right to defend themselves against attackers, including using lethal force where necessary.

    Bwala made the remarks on Wednesday during an appearance on Arise Television while reacting to recent killings and abductions in parts of Oyo State.

    “Government will end killings” — Bwala

    He said the Federal Government remains committed to ending insecurity across the country, stressing that criminal elements operate globally but can be defeated through collective effort.

    “Solution is what we all look to… we will put an end to this as a people,” he said.

    He added that periods around elections often witness spikes in violence due to what he described as opportunistic criminal activity.

    Nigerians have right to self-defence

    Bwala also emphasised that the Nigerian Constitution guarantees citizens the right to self-defence.

    According to him, individuals are permitted to protect themselves if their lives are threatened inside their homes.

    “The constitution has guaranteed to every citizen of Nigeria the right to self-defence,” he said.

    He further explained that Nigerians may use necessary force to repel attackers if their lives are in danger.

    Call for collective security effort

    The presidential aide also highlighted the role of vigilante groups and community-based security structures in supporting law enforcement agencies.

    He noted that while citizens do not have unrestricted access to firearms, communities can legally organise themselves under government supervision to enhance local security intelligence.

    Context: Oyo attack and rising insecurity

    His comments come amid growing concerns over recent attacks and abductions reported in parts of Oyo State, which have sparked renewed debate on national security and self-defence laws.

    Security experts continue to stress the need for stronger intelligence coordination and improved response mechanisms to address rising criminal activity in rural communities.

  • Tinubu Heads to Nairobi Summit to Push Nigeria’s Economic Reforms, Investment Drive

    The Presidency has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s participation at the 2026 Africa-France Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, is focused on advancing Nigeria’s economic reform agenda and strengthening investment partnerships across Africa.

    Presidential spokesperson Daniel Bwala disclosed this while speaking with journalists on the sidelines of the summit in Nairobi, describing the gathering as strategically important for Nigeria and the continent.

    Presidency links summit agenda to Renewed Hope reforms

    According to Bwala, the summit comes at a period when many African nations are implementing reforms aimed at creating stronger investment climates and improving long-term economic growth.

    He explained that President Tinubu considers the summit important because six out of the seven major discussion areas align with the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

    The thematic areas include international financial restructuring, agriculture, artificial intelligence, blue economy, digital transformation, and broader economic reforms.

    “For us as a country and of course the leading country in Africa in many respects, the President deems it a strategic meeting because six of the seven thematic areas happen to fall in line with the Renewed Hope policy programmes we started implementing from day one,” Bwala said.

    Tinubu to showcase Nigeria’s economic reforms

    The presidential spokesman pointed to Nigeria’s ongoing financial reforms, including the foreign exchange market unification policy, as part of measures designed to stabilise the economy and restore investor confidence.

    “Take for example international financial restructuring, we have seen the restructuring taking place in Nigeria which has given confidence in the naira,” he stated.

    Bwala also highlighted Nigeria’s growing use of artificial intelligence and digital technology, stressing that the country’s youthful population provides opportunities for innovation-driven economic expansion.

    On agriculture, he noted that Nigeria’s vast arable land makes the country a strong destination for food production and agro-industrial investments.

    Africa should reduce dependence on external support — Presidency

    According to Bwala, one of the major goals of the summit is to encourage African countries to maximise their own resources and reduce dependence on foreign assistance.

    “These are areas they intend to focus on and the whole concept of the summit is to create the sense that Africa by itself can create the economy it deserves rather than this dependency on the rest of the world,” he said.

    He disclosed that Tinubu is expected to participate in three plenary sessions during the summit, where he will present Nigeria’s experiences in finance, agriculture, and the blue economy.

    Bwala added that the President’s engagements would focus on creating mutually beneficial investments capable of generating sustainable returns while boosting economic development across Africa.

    “Not just bringing investment to Nigeria or Africa, but participating in investments that guarantee returns on investment,” he explained.

    Tinubu expected at Africa CEO Forum in Kigali

    The Presidency further revealed that Tinubu will proceed to Kigali, Rwanda, later this week to attend the Africa CEO Forum as part of efforts to deepen economic partnerships across the continent.

    “The President intends to move to Kigali to continue the conversation with African CEOs. It is strategic, important, and most of the thematic areas already align with what we are doing in Nigeria,” Bwala added.

    The 2026 Africa-France Summit is themed “Africa Forward: Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth” and is expected to focus on climate action, industrialisation, energy transition, digital economy reforms, and global financial restructuring.

  • “Power Has Improved Since 2015” — Tinubu’s Aide Bwala Defends Electricity Supply Gains

    Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has said electricity supply has improved in parts of Nigeria, insisting that Nigerians now enjoy more power than they did in 2015 and 2023.

    Aide speaks on current situation

    Bwala made the claim during an interview on Arise TV, where he acknowledged that challenges still exist in the power sector but argued that there are noticeable improvements in some areas.

    He pointed to the Federal Capital Territory as one of the regions experiencing relatively stable electricity compared to others.

    Focus shifts from supply to tariffs

    According to him, many of the current complaints about electricity are now centred more on tariffs than on availability in certain locations.

    He suggested that this reflects a shift in concerns, as some areas are seeing better supply than before.

    Reforms opening up the sector

    Bwala also credited recent government reforms for expanding participation in the power sector.

    He said the legal framework now allows state governments, local authorities, and private investors to play active roles in electricity generation and distribution.

    “We have created the legislative environment that has given rise to the capacity of state, local government, and even the private sector to participate,” he said.

    ‘Judge by hours of supply’

    The presidential aide argued that progress should be measured by actual hours of electricity supply rather than political comparisons with previous administrations.

    He maintained that Nigerians are more concerned about how much power they receive daily than past benchmarks.

    Debate over real impact continues

    While Bwala insists there has been measurable improvement, discussions around electricity supply remain a key national issue, with many Nigerians still raising concerns about access, cost, and consistency.