Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South in the National Assembly, has raised concerns over the increasing hardship faced by Nigerians due to rising fuel and food prices. He called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take immediate action to ease the suffering, blaming bad advisers for pushing harmful policies.
In a statement released in Abuja, Ndume warned that certain individuals are attempting to sabotage President Tinubu’s administration by promoting harsh economic reforms. He noted that inflation and high exchange rates are worsening the living conditions of average Nigerians, particularly the poor.
“The sharp increase in the prices of fuel, food, and basic services is unbearable for many families,” Ndume said. He expressed fears that those working to undermine the President’s leadership are driving Nigerians into deeper hardship, aiming to make Tinubu appear responsible for the worsening situation.
Ndume urged the President to act quickly, stating, “I believe President Bola Ahmed Tinubu genuinely wants to improve Nigeria, but some of his advisers are misleading him with harmful policies. These individuals are making life unbearable for ordinary citizens, and if nothing is done, the blame will fall on the President.”
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The senator pointed out that many families in Borno State and across Nigeria are struggling to afford basic needs due to skyrocketing prices. “People can barely feed themselves. Farmers can’t transport their produce because of high fuel costs, and this is pushing food prices even higher. The situation is becoming unbearable.”
He added that transportation costs have also become unaffordable, further isolating people from essential services. “To travel from Abuja to Maiduguri is now a luxury few can afford. The rising cost of living is driving people to despair,” Ndume lamented.
In his appeal to President Tinubu, Ndume emphasized the urgency of addressing these issues as soon as possible. “Nigerians’ patience is being tested, and it’s crucial that the President takes action before it’s too late. The purchasing power of the people is too weak to handle these constant price hikes.”
He concluded by urging the President to review the current policies and put measures in place to reduce the burden on Nigerians.
