Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network Names Bagudu as Best Performing Minister, NCC EVC as Best Performing Agency Head

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network has named Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, as the Best Performing Minister of the Year and Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), as the Best Performing Agency Head.

The group said it came to this conclusion after a careful review of key promoters and stakeholders championing Mr. President’s ideological and developmental agenda.

It noted that Minister Bagudu came out tops for his outstanding contributions, loyalty, and strategic leadership in steering Nigeria’s fiscal policy and economic planning throughout 2025.

In a statement signed by Opialu Fabian Opialu, Bagudu was described as a “towering figure” whose tireless efforts have significantly advanced the Renewed Hope vision in economic stabilization and growth.

“Minister Abubakar Atiku Bagudu exemplifies the Renewed Hope vision through his relentless commitment to macroeconomic stability and inclusive development,” Opialu stated.

“His oversight of the ₦54.99 trillion 2025 budget has driven bold reforms, resulting in four consecutive quarters of GDP growth, exchange rate stability, and renewed investor confidence.”

Opialu highlighted Bagudu’s role in revising the National Development Plan and coordinating poverty reduction strategies.

“Bagudu has led effective implementation of the National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy across states, balancing fiscal responsibility with strategic investments in health, education, infrastructure, and agriculture,” he added.

He further praised Bagudu’s global engagements and sector synergies. “As Minister, Bagudu has championed partnerships, such as with Germany for the $1 trillion economy goal, and emphasized clean energy investments requiring $410 billion for net-zero by 2060, proving the administration’s commitment to sustainable prosperity,” Opialu said.

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network also recognized Dr. Aminu Maida as the Best Performing Agency Head for his contributions to digital innovation and telecommunications advancement.

“Dr. Aminu Maida’s efforts have elevated the NCC to among the top best-performing government agencies in 2025, creating a robust environment essential for economic progress under President Tinubu,” Opialu noted.

“Under Maida’s stewardship, the NCC has advanced data-driven regulation through the Quality of Experience Crowdsourcing Project and committed to broadband expansion and transparency,” he said.

Opialu concluded, “Both Bagudu and Maida are not just supporters; they are principled architects of the Renewed Hope agenda.

“Their actions—from steering economic policies to advancing digital infrastructure—demonstrate rock-solid commitment to President Tinubu’s transformative national project.”

Group Names Senator Musa ‘Renewed Hope Ambassador of the Year’, Lauds Commitment to Promoting Tinubu’s Policies

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network, a leading advocacy group championing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, has named Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, CON, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, as the Renewed Hope Ambassador of the Year.

The group came to this conclusion after a careful review of key promoters and stakeholders championing Mr. President’s ideological and developmental agenda.

It noted that Senator Musa came out tops for his outstanding contributions, loyalty, and strategic advocacy both at home and on the global stage.

In a statement signed by Opialu Fabian Opialu, Senator Musa was described as a “towering figure” whose tireless efforts have significantly advanced the Renewed Hope vision.

“Senator Mohammed Sani Musa exemplifies the Renewed Hope vision through his relentless commitment and exceptional representation,” Opialu stated.

“His recent address at the Oxford Africa Governance Forum in the United Kingdom was a defining moment, where he boldly showcased Nigeria’s readiness for business and positioned our country as a prime destination for equitable global investment.”

Opialu highlighted Musa’s presentation titled “Finance, Sovereignty, and Structural Reform: Rethinking Capital for Africa’s Future,” calling it “a masterful articulation of President Tinubu’s economic reforms.”

He added, “Senator Musa did not seek aid; he demanded fairness in climate finance and sovereign partnerships, proving that Nigeria under President Tinubu is confidently charting its own economic destiny.”

The group also praised the Senator’s pivotal role in fiscal oversight and legislative reforms.

“As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Senator Musa has ensured transparency in borrowing and loan approvals, subjecting every proposal to rigorous scrutiny aligned with national priorities,” Opialu said.

“He is leading comprehensive tax reforms that will widen the tax net, streamline compliance, and propel Nigeria toward its trillion-dollar economy ambition.”

Opialu commended Musa’s sponsorship of landmark bills, including the National Rural Employment Guarantee Bill and the Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill.

“These initiatives reflect his deep alignment with the Renewed Hope agenda, tackling unemployment and safeguarding critical assets for national resilience,” he emphasized.

On constituency development, he lauded Musa’s people-centered projects in Niger East Senatorial District. “From solar-powered boreholes and modern farm inputs to ICT centers and overseas scholarships, Senator Musa has delivered tangible dividends of democracy, empowering his constituents in line with the President’s vision of inclusive growth,” he said.

The group also recognized General Leo Irabor (rtd.), former Chief of Defence Staff, as a fellow Renewed Hope Ambassador for his contributions to national security.

“His efforts have created a stable environment essential for economic progress under President Tinubu,” Opialu noted.

Opialu concluded, “Senator Musa is not just a supporter; he is a principled architect of the Renewed Hope agenda.

“His actions—from dissecting complex finance bills in Abuja to projecting Nigeria’s potential on the global stage—demonstrate rock-solid commitment to President Tinubu’s transformative national project.”

The group presented the award as a tribute to leaders who translate policy vision into measurable impact for Nigeria’s citizens and its rising global stature.

“Let Us Keep Faith Alive in Purposeful Leadership and National Progress”… Obasa Urges Nigerians at Christmas

As Christians across the world celebrate Christmas, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Obasa has congratulated adherents of the faith and urged them to use the season as an opportunity to renew their faith in purposeful leadership and remain committed to the nation’s progress.

He called on citizens to draw inspiration from the birth of Jesus Christ, which symbolizes hope, humility, and sacrifice; values that can guide the country toward unity and prosperity.

In a Christmas message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dave Agboola, Speaker Obasa described the season as a time for reflection and reaffirmation of trust in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom he said is determined to turn the fortunes of Nigerians around through visionary policies.

“Christmas is more than a festive occasion; it is a profound reminder of hope and faith. As we celebrate, let us keep faith alive in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is poised to turn the fortunes of Nigerians around through purposeful leadership,” Obasa said.

The Speaker urged Christians across the country and beyond to remain united and optimistic, noting that the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope agenda requires collective support and patience to yield positive results.

“As we exchange gifts and share joy, let us renew our commitment to peace, mutual respect, and progress. Together, we can build a Lagos and a Nigeria that reflect the aspirations of every citizen,” he added.

Obasa concluded by wishing Lagosians and Nigerians a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2026 in advance while praying for peace and abundant blessings in the coming year.