Former Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi, reiterates support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic policies, attributing the current economic hardship to mismanagement over the past eight years. Sanusi criticizes Buhari’s administration for not heeding his advice to address economic challenges.
While expressing readiness to critique Tinubu if needed, he defends him against blame for the prevailing hardships, applauding the decision to remove fuel subsidies.
The former CBN governor urges endurance amid economic difficulties and advises against living beyond means.
In a related development, the Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, calls on President Tinubu to urgently address growing hunger and economic hardship.
A communique issued after the church’s leadership meeting emphasizes concerns about corruption, judiciary issues, the struggling economy, and neglect of quality education.
It condemns attacks across states, urging the government to protect citizens and property.
The statement advocates for a constitution that truly represents the populace, calls for accountability of corrupt officials, and suggests a reconsideration of external borrowing while diversifying the economic base.
