The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has raised alarm over the growing economic challenges faced by Nigerians, urging President Bola Tinubu to reconsider the federal government’s macroeconomic and fiscal policies.
The governors criticized the government’s recent measures, including the removal of the fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira, which they argue have exacerbated the cost of living across the country.
At a meeting in Jos, Plateau State, the governors expressed their concerns over the severe economic strain on citizens, with many now grappling with heightened poverty and inflation.
The forum called for a review of the policies, hoping that adjustments could provide relief and improve the well-being of Nigerians.
In a statement issued after the meeting, the chairman of the forum, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, emphasized the need for urgent action from the federal government to address the economic challenges.”
The forum empathizes with Nigerians who are groaning under the oppressive economic hardship hoisted on the nation by the policies and decisions of the APC-led Federal Government,” Governor Mohammed said.
While acknowledging the broader impact of federal policies, the governors reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing state-level initiatives aimed at alleviating economic difficulties and fostering development.”We will continue to aggressively pursue policies and programmes that will reduce hardship and ensure progress and development in our states,” the governor said
