Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Mohammed, has expressed serious concerns about the economic policies of the federal government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The governor labeled the current monetary and fiscal measures as ineffective, calling for a rethink to alleviate the growing hardship faced by Nigerians.
Speaking during the launch of the Nigeria Development Update in Abuja, Governor Mohammed highlighted the challenges ordinary citizens are facing, stating that inflation and rising costs of living have made life unbearable for many. He stressed that while the reforms initially had the support of state governments, the resulting economic situation is now creating widespread suffering.
“When these reforms were introduced, we stood by the President,” Mohammed said. “But now, the macroeconomic policies that are driving inflation must be reviewed. People are hungry, and Nigerians are not benefiting from these changes.”
The governor painted a dire picture of the situation, warning that the increasing economic hardship has pushed citizens to their limits, with some governors fearing for their safety due to public frustration.
“What are we doing to address hunger?” Mohammed asked, urging the government to take immediate action to help the population cope with the worsening economic conditions. He also criticized the high electricity tariffs, stating that many Nigerians can no longer afford basic utilities.
“The purchasing power of Nigerians has drastically dropped,” he continued. “My brother, Cardoso, these policies are not working, and they need to be reviewed. Let’s not resort to blackmail. We need solutions.”
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Since President Tinubu took office in May 2023, key commodities, including petrol, have seen significant price hikes, with fuel prices rising from around N200 to nearly N1,000. Governor Mohammed’s remarks underscore the growing discontent with the current economic trajectory, as he urged the federal government to take swift corrective measures.
Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Mohammed, has expressed serious concerns about the economic policies of the federal government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The governor labeled the current monetary and fiscal measures as ineffective, calling for a rethink to alleviate the growing hardship faced by Nigerians.
Speaking during the launch of the Nigeria Development Update in Abuja, Governor Mohammed highlighted the challenges ordinary citizens are facing, stating that inflation and rising costs of living have made life unbearable for many. He stressed that while the reforms initially had the support of state governments, the resulting economic situation is now creating widespread suffering.
“When these reforms were introduced, we stood by the President,” Mohammed said. “But now, the macroeconomic policies that are driving inflation must be reviewed. People are hungry, and Nigerians are not benefiting from these changes.”
The governor painted a dire picture of the situation, warning that the increasing economic hardship has pushed citizens to their limits, with some governors fearing for their safety due to public frustration.
“What are we doing to address hunger?” Mohammed asked, urging the government to take immediate action to help the population cope with the worsening economic conditions. He also criticized the high electricity tariffs, stating that many Nigerians can no longer afford basic utilities.
“The purchasing power of Nigerians has drastically dropped,” he continued. “My brother, Cardoso, these policies are not working, and they need to be reviewed. Let’s not resort to blackmail. We need solutions.”
Since President Tinubu took office in May 2023, key commodities, including petrol, have seen significant price hikes, with fuel prices rising from around N200 to nearly N1,000. Governor Mohammed’s remarks underscore the growing discontent with the current economic trajectory, as he urged the federal government to take swift corrective measures.
