The Yoruba Council of Elders has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to tackle the widespread hardship in Nigeria, stating that citizens are suffering of hardship and hunger.
In a statement by its General Secretary, Chief Oladipo Oyewole, the Council expressed concern about the scarcity of essential resources, including light, fuel, and food.
While acknowledging the government’s long-term vision, the YCE emphasized the need for immediate attention to the short-term needs of Nigerians, according to Daily Post.
The group urged the Federal Government to provide the dividends of democracy to the people, ensuring every Nigerian can benefit from the nation’s resources.
The Council called for swift action to address the suffering of Nigerians, stressing the need for effective governance and administrative work to improve the welfare of citizens.
They warned that the current state of the nation is unbearable and requires prompt action from the Presidency to alleviate the suffering of all Nigerians.
“Indeed, Nigerians are suffering deeply at this time, no light, no fuel, no food.
“Mr. President should, without delay, revisit his drawing board to attend to the short term needs of Nigerians (the immediate needs of the people) whilst pursuing the long term vision of making Nigeria a better place for growth and for development
“As Elders, YCE wants immediate succour for the people to boost the welfare of Nigerians so that all can live in comfort and harmony
“As far as this Elders Council is concerned a lot of administrative work by the government is (absolutely) required for the masses of this country to live, stay alive as respectable and responsible people.
“The state of this nation today is a pill that has a bitter taste.
“The administration of President Bola Tinubu should do something quickly to ensure proper steering of its intentions to establish and install better governance in Nigeria.
“Infact, the Presidency should do all possible to alleviate the suffering of all Nigerians immediately and without delay,” the Council said.
