Concerns Mount Over State Governors’ Response to Economic Hardship

There are growing concerns that state governors are not doing enough to alleviate the suffering of citizens despite massive increases in revenue allocations following the removal of fuel subsidies.

Nigerians are facing increased economic hardship due to worsening inflation and continuous devaluation of the Naira.

The country is also grappling with security challenges, including frequent attacks by armed groups across various regions.

The prices of goods and services continue to rise daily, surpassing the reach of many Nigerians.

The economic situation worsened after President Bola Tinubu announced the removal of oil subsidies on May 29, 2023.

This move sparked protests in several states, including Niger, Kano, Kogi, Ondo, and Oyo, as residents expressed their grievances over the biting economic hardship.

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) and other groups have criticized the government for failing to address growing insecurity and economic hardship despite huge budgetary allocations and monthly security votes.

While acknowledging the hardship, Senator Gbenga Daniel called on Nigerians to persevere and cooperate with the government, emphasizing President Tinubu’s efforts in salvaging the country.

However, he noted that Tinubu refrained from speaking on the economy due to his party’s past misdeeds.

In response, the Federal Government challenged governors, particularly those from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to explain how they spent increased allocations to alleviate the suffering of their people.

Despite increased revenue allocations, many states and local government workers are still struggling, with some governors failing to fully implement the N30,000 minimum wage.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is compiling a list of states that have implemented the wage award.

Experts suggest that state governments should shoulder more responsibilities and work with other agencies to create a social security funds system to address the worsening economic hardship faced by concerns Mount Over State Governors’ Response to Economic Hardship Despite Increased Revenue Allocation

There are growing concerns that state governors are not doing enough to alleviate the suffering of citizens despite massive increases in revenue allocations following the removal of fuel subsidies.

Nigerians are facing increased economic hardship due to worsening inflation and continuous devaluation of the Naira.

The country is also grappling with security challenges, including frequent attacks by armed groups across various regions.

The prices of goods and services continue to rise daily, surpassing the reach of many Nigerians.

The economic situation worsened after President Bola Tinubu announced the removal of oil subsidies on May 29, 2023.

This move sparked protests in several states, including Niger, Kano, Kogi, Ondo, and Oyo, as residents expressed their grievances over the biting economic hardship.

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) and other groups have criticized the government for failing to address growing insecurity and economic hardship despite huge budgetary allocations and monthly security votes.

While acknowledging the hardship, Senator Gbenga Daniel called on Nigerians to persevere and cooperate with the government, emphasizing President Tinubu’s efforts in salvaging the country.

However, he noted that Tinubu refrained from speaking on the economy due to his party’s past misdeeds.

In response, the Federal Government challenged governors, particularly those from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to explain how they spent increased allocations to alleviate the suffering of their people.

Despite increased revenue allocations, many states and local government workers are still struggling, with some governors failing to fully implement the N30,000 minimum wage.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is compiling a list of states that have implemented the wage award.

Experts suggest that state governments should shoulder more responsibilities and work with other agencies to create a social security funds system to address the worsening economic hardship faced by Nigerians.