Abayomi Susan
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group (BAT-IG) has called for a stronger coordination mechanism among the three tiers of government, saying regular policy reviews could help improve the impact of government programmes on Nigerians.
The group’s Convener, Bamidele Atoyebi, said the introduction of a monthly development priority and quarterly leadership engagement would help ensure that federal, state and local governments pursue common objectives and deliver measurable results.
Atoyebi made the call while assessing the progress of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, noting that the success of government policies should be measured not only by the level of funding available but also by the visible impact on citizens.
He said recent economic reforms and increased allocations to sub-national governments have created opportunities for development but added that better coordination is needed to convert available resources into improved services and infrastructure.
According to him, a structured performance system would allow government leaders to regularly assess challenges, share solutions and align their efforts towards national priorities.
He suggested that each month should focus on a specific area of development, with governments encouraged to channel resources towards targeted outcomes in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, rural infrastructure, youth development and support for businesses.
The BAT-IG convener also proposed a quarterly meeting involving the President, governors, ministers, local government chairmen and other political leaders to review progress and strengthen policy implementation.
He said such engagements would promote accountability, reduce overlapping projects and encourage cooperation among different levels of government.
Atoyebi pointed to President Tinubu’s period as Lagos State Governor, where he said regular consultations with government officials contributed to improved coordination and execution of policies.
While acknowledging the administration’s interventions in areas such as infrastructure, energy, education and economic reforms, he stressed that consistent monitoring and stronger collaboration remain essential to achieving lasting results.
He expressed confidence that a more coordinated governance structure would enhance service delivery and support the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
