Bauchi Speaker faults Tinubu on economic policies 

By Rauf Oyewole, Bauchi

13 August 2024   |   2:57 am

Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Abubakar Suleiman, has backed Governor Bala Mohammed for accusing President Bola Tinubu of formulating economic policies that promoted the prevailing hardship in the country.
  
Mohammed, while flagging off the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) local council elections campaign last week, had expressed concerns about the direction of the national economy, accusing the Federal Government of enacting policies that have led to increased poverty, hunger, and economic hardship across the federation.
  
In a statement yesterday, the Speaker aligned himself with the governor’s observations, emphasising that the “adverse effects of the Federal Government’s policies are evident in the daily lives of the citizens of Bauchi State and beyond.  
  
“The governor’s critique reflects the reality on the ground.”
   

Suleiman continued: “The people of Bauchi State, like many Nigerians, are grappling with the consequences of these policies. As leaders, it is our duty to voice these concerns and advocate for policies that prioritise the welfare of our citizens.”
 
He explained that the concerns raised by the governor were not politically motivated, but rooted in the genuine suffering of the people.

The Speaker argued that the current policies have worsened existing economic challenges, making life more difficult for ordinary Nigerians. 
  
According to Suleiman, the Federal Government’s approach needs to be re-evaluated to ensure that the policies in place are not only sustainable, but also geared towards alleviating the hardships faced by the majority of Nigerians.
 
He stated: “The challenges we face today are a call to action for all leaders, from the Presidency to the local government level. We must come together to reassess these policies and find solutions that will work for all Nigerians, not just a select few.”
 
 Suleiman also urged other leaders across the country to join in advocating for a review of the current economic policies, stressing that the well-being of the citizens should be the primary focus of any government.
  
He expressed hope that with collective effort and genuine concern for the people, better and more effective policies can be implemented to address the pressing issues of poverty, hunger, and economic instability.