The esteemed voice of the Igbo, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take drastic action to mitigate the hardship in the country. This is even as the group urged the President to engage renowned economists, likes of the former Nigeria Finance Minister, Director General of World Trade Organization, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and President of the African Development Bank, AfDB, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, etc. Ohanaeze, in a statement signed by the Secretary General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, attributed the current economic hardship, inflation, and uncertainties plaguing the Nigerian economy to the incompetence, nepotism-based appointments, and corruption perpetuated by the Buhari government and inherited by the Tinubu government, which has further exacerbated these issues. The apex Igbo group said it is worrisome that Nigerians are enduring immense suffering, as the prices of essential commodities soar to unprecedented levels.
“The prevailing anger in the country is a testament to the unbearable pain of hunger that its citizens are forced to endure. Compounded by the weakening Naira due to the forex exchange situation, Nigerians have grown weary of hollow promises from the federal government.
The time has come for immediate action to assuage the concerns of the people,” Ohanaeze said in the statement. “Ohanaeze Ndigbo adamantly asserts that seeking assistance from distinguished economists such as Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, and other highly reputable experts, solely based on merit and not on tribe or origin, is essential in rectifying the economy and providing viable solutions for Nigeria’s well-being.
“Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the Secretary-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, strongly advises President Tinubu that the path to success lies in concrete and genuine consultations with these world-renowned economists.
By drawing upon their expertise, a tangible and swift roadmap for Nigeria’s economic recovery can be forged while simultaneously reducing the burden of governance costs.
“It is evident that Tinubu must initiate a comprehensive overhaul of the economic team, as their evident lack of innovative ideas, competence, and determination has rendered them incapable of navigating the economy out of its current quagmire. Nigerians’ patience is rapidly waning, and the nation teeters on the edge of chaos.
“The Ohanaeze Ndigbo fervently prays for divine guidance to help President Tinubu see beyond the veil of sycophantic aides and embrace competent individuals to salvage Nigeria’s economy.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo solemnly pledges its unwavering commitment to championing the rights and interests of all Nigerians. Urgent and resolute action must be taken to address the prevailing economic hardships suffered by our nation. We implore President Tinubu to heed our counsel and take the necessary steps to secure a prosperous future for every Nigerian.
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