By Jude Opara, Abuja
The Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG) has lauded the Federal Government’s approval of the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), describing it as a potentially decisive moment in Nigeria’s economic and institutional trajectory.
The framework of the National Economic Council (NEC) led by Vice President Kashim Shettima, is designed to replace the 2021–2025 plan and advance Nigeria’s ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030.
In a statement on Tuesday, Convener of NNMG, Chief Jacob Edi said the plan reflects a clear policy direction focused on consolidating economic reforms, expanding infrastructure, creating jobs, strengthening human capital, and improving food security.
“These priorities are not abstract. They speak directly to the daily struggles of communities in Northern Nigeria where poverty, unemployment, and weak public services remain stubborn realities,” the group said.
The organization also welcomed the plan’s private sector-led growth strategy, with priority sectors including energy, agriculture, manufacturing, digital services, and housing, noting that these sectors are critical for productivity, investment, and long-term competitiveness.
NNMG further commended the participatory structure of the plan’s development, involving federal, state, and local governments, alongside civil society and the private sector, describing it as consistent with democratic best practice.
It highlighted the 2026 Growth Acceleration and Investment Mobilisation Strategy (GAIMS), targeting 5.5% GDP growth, as well as initiatives such as revenue optimization through the RevOps platform, ward-based development budgeting, and the digitization of national examinations.
“Plans do not change countries. Implementation does,” NNMG said, urging transparency, discipline, and measurable outcomes, especially in marginalized and underserved regions.
The group said it stands ready to engage government and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to ensure that the Renewed Hope Agenda delivers its set objectives.
