During the 10th German-Nigerian Business Forum on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, President Bola Tinubu asserted his claim to recognition in the Guinness World Records for the economic reforms implemented since assuming office on May 29.
Addressing a gathering of investors, President Tinubu attributed his accomplishments to overcoming barriers that hindered investment in Nigeria.
Highlighting his corporate background and experiences in the private sector, President Tinubu referred to his tenure at Exxon Mobil and his role as treasurer as foundational in equipping him to address Nigeria's economic challenges. He encouraged those concerned about potential hurdles to take inspiration from his journey, stating, "If you have fears of various hurdles, just look at me. I come from the private sector, trained by Deloitte. I worked for Exxon Mobil until I became the corporation's treasurer."
President Tinubu expressed pride in his eight consecutive years of governance in Lagos, emphasizing the state's economic transformation into the fifth-largest economy in Africa during his tenure. "Today, I can proudly say that Lagos State is on the horizon and the fifth-largest economy in Africa, rising from zero. That is the track record that got me into this office as the Federal Republic of Nigeria president," he declared.
Asserting that Nigeria voted for him based on his commitment to reforms, President Tinubu noted that he initiated reforms from the first day of his inauguration. He concluded by expressing his determination to secure a place in the Guinness Book of Records, stating, "To me, if you didn’t mention me in the Guinness Book of Records, I’d strive to find a way to insert myself because I did it without expectation."
