Afenifere, the prominent Yoruba socio-political organization, has publicly called on President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his administration’s economic strategies, citing widespread impoverishment among Nigerians. Justice Faloye, Afenifere’s Publicity Secretary, emphasized the urgent need for Tinubu to prioritize the welfare of citizens and implement inclusive and effective economic reforms.
The appeal comes amidst escalating inflation, unemployment, and economic distress, prompting demands for swift governmental intervention. Afenifere’s statement underscores growing expectations for Tinubu’s administration to fulfill promises of economic revitalization and improved living standards.
Afenifere’s critique of Tinubu’s first year in office highlights severe economic challenges exacerbated by policies inherited from the previous administration. The organization advocates for a departure from current economic approaches, emphasizing the need to halt detrimental practices such as excessive taxation and subsidy removals that contribute to economic contraction and hardship.