President Bola Tinubu has urged state governors to focus public resources on critical infrastructure projects that deliver the greatest economic and social benefits, cautioning against the construction of flyovers where they are not justified by traffic demands or development priorities. Speaking on the need for prudent governance and responsible allocation of public funds, the President emphasized that limited government resources should be directed toward projects capable of improving the daily lives of citizens, stimulating economic growth, and expanding access to essential services. He encouraged state governments to prioritize investments in roads, healthcare, education, water supply, agriculture, housing, and other sectors that directly contribute to improved living standards and sustainable development. Tinubu also stressed the importance of careful project planning, value for money, and evidence-based decision-making when selecting infrastructure initiatives, noting that every investment should address genuine public needs and deliver measurable long-term benefits. Economic and development experts have echoed the call for strategic infrastructure planning, arguing that governments should base capital projects on feasibility studies, traffic assessments, and economic impact evaluations to ensure efficient use of taxpayers’ money. They further noted that balanced investments in transportation, social infrastructure, and productive sectors can strengthen economic resilience, create jobs, attract private investment, and improve the quality of life across the country. The President’s remarks have generated discussions among policymakers, urban planners, and citizens about infrastructure priorities and fiscal responsibility. As governments continue implementing development programmes nationwide, stakeholders have emphasized the need for transparency, accountability, and sustainable planning to ensure public investments produce lasting economic value and support inclusive national development.
