Alleviate suffering of Nigerians, Anglican bishop tells Tinubu

The Anglican Bishop of Akure Diocese, Simeon Borokini has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to do whatever he can to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians.

Borokini made the appeal at the Third Session of the 14 Synod of the church held at St. Michael’s Anglican Church, Ijare in Ifedore Local Government area of Ondo State, on Sunday.

The synod was themed ‘ Breaking the shackles of sin.”

He said, “The Nigeria economy has been subject of great concern due to its diverse and biting challenges. It is currently at its lowest ebb since independence with macroeconomic indicators moving in discouraging directions. Monetary policies have been inconsistent, non-supportive of economic growth, ineffective and cost push inflation has been out of control resulting in high food prices.

“Nigerians are hungry! The Standing Committee therefore calls on the government to have a rethink on its penchant for external borrowing, give proper attention to fiscal policies, and diversify its economic base by harnessing our abundant natural resources. ”

Lamenting the spate of insecurity in some states across the country, Borokini called on the government and the security agencies in the country to rise up to their responsibilities in ensuring the protection of lives and properties of the people.

“The Standing Committee meeting decries the constant attacks in Plateau, Zamfara, Ekiti, Ondo, Benue, parts of Imo and Anambra States and other parts of the country. It therefore calls on the government and statutory security agencies to rise to their responsibilities of protection of the lives and property of the citizenry, giving heed to the call for effective community policing.

“This is in line with its constitutional obligation under section 14 (1) (b) of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, which states that “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government.”

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