Economists have cautioned that the full benefits of President Bola Tinubu’s structural economic reforms may take 12 to 20 years to materialize for the average Nigerian. While acknowledging that these measures—including subsidy removal and exchange rate liberalisation—are essential for long-term fiscal sustainability, experts note that they typically impose significant short-term hardships. The analysis highlights that for reforms to yield tangible improvements in productivity and real incomes, they must be supported by consistent policy, improved infrastructure, and strengthened institutional frameworks. Drawing on international precedents from countries like India and Egypt, the experts emphasize that while macroeconomic stability is the necessary foundation, sustained investment across key sectors is required to accelerate recovery and mitigate the prolonged adjustment period for vulnerable citizens.