Tinubu to Afenifere: We’re committed to economic security, fair and equitable system for all Nigerians

*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assures the visiting Afenifere leaders of his administration’s commitment to attaining comprehensive economic security for Nigeria while addressing foundational challenges and creating a fair and equitable system for all Nigerians can thrive

Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu says his administration remains undeterred in its pursuit of comprehensive economic security for the country while addressing foundational challenges and creating a fair and equitable system in which all Nigerians can thrive.

Tinubu said this while receiving leaders of Afenifere, the respected Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in the State House, Abuja, FCT.

The President affirmed that his administration is currently re-engineering Nigeria’s finances and seeking to boost the purchasing power of citizens, and spread prosperity down the line.

According to him, this his administration is doing by instituting a credit system, in which the element of cash is not an impediment to a significantly enhanced standard of living for all Nigerians.

Nigeria must secure itself economically first before it can achieve any of its more sophisticated objectives, said Tinubu.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, in a statement issued Wednesday, also quoted President Tinubu to have said: “We are committed to the economic survival of our country. To re-engineer the finances of our country, we must start in earnest.

“So first, retool, revamp the economic opportunities available, and resolve to continue taking the firm and steady baby steps that are necessary.”

He equally told Afenifere leaders: “Education is a strong weapon against poverty. To empower the people, we must invest in the future of our youths.

“We have seen the problems parents face in training their children in school; it is the reason why we established the National Student Loans Programme, which is taking off well.”

The Nigerian leader further stated: “We are equally examining what to do with the high degree of unemployment.

“We must help vulnerable people by providing social security. We are looking at how to provide allowances for the unemployed, and we are developing ways to boost the purchasing power of citizens with the Consumer Credit Scheme.

“If we remove the cash upfront element to buy a car or a house, we will reduce the propensity for fraud and corruption across the land.”

Terrorists threatening Nigeria’s sovereignty will pay a heavy price, says Tinubu

Speaking on security, President Tinubu declared that those who threaten the sovereignty of Nigeria would pay a heavy price.

He averred: “I am irrevocably committed to the unity of Nigeria and constitutional democracy. “Constitutional democracy is reflected greatly here since we assumed office. What we face now is the challenge of terrorism.”

According to him, security of lives and property is very necessary for development.

“I can tell you we are achieving success. We have degraded terrorism to a level that they cannot threaten the sovereignty of Nigeria any longer.

‘’Banditry and kidnapping will be defeated. And there is no payment of ransom whatsoever.

“We are taking the battle to them. We are getting results more rapidly than before,” said the President.

He also assured Nigerians: “We are working hard on intelligence gathering. Those who think they can threaten the sovereignty of Nigeria will have themselves to blame. They have a price to pay. And we are not going to relent.”

Tinubu thanked the esteemed delegation for their prayers and support, assuring them that he would not relent in his resolve to advance Nigeria.

President Tinubu added: “God bless Nigeria. God bless our unity; our diversity must bring prosperity for all for the sake of Nigeria.”

Nigeria will be repositioned under Tinubu’s leadership: HRM Falae

Earlier in his remarks, His Royal Majesty (HRM), Oba Olu Falae, had commended President Tinubu for his courageous decisions and for the recent rehabilitation of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, as well as other critical ongoing projects across the country.

The Royal Father urged the President not to relent in ensuring fairness and equity for all Nigerians, while noting the importance of a constitutional amendment to devolve more powers to the states.

Oba Falae stated: “We are delighted about what you are doing for our country, and we assure you of our continued support.

“We thank you for your visit to Akure in February 2024, and we believe it is right and proper to reciprocate your kind gesture.

“We appreciate this relationship, and we need to make it work in the interest of Nigeria.”

Falae, an ex-Secretary to the Federal Government, also said: “Mr. President, you are the leader of Nigeria now and the most important political figure in Africa.

“We expect you, in view of your legacy and pedigree, to lead our country with knowledge, courage, and integrity.

“We have no doubt that your tenure will mark a turning point in the history of our country. Under your leadership, Nigeria will be repositioned.”

Assuring the Nigerian leader of the group’s continued support, Falae noted: “We will stand by you as you make all efforts to change the Nigeria story for the better.

“Be assured Afenifere will not abandon you in fair or foul weather.

“As long as you remain faithful to the principles of fairness, integrity, and courage that is expected of you as the leader of Nigeria, we will stand by you.”

Pa Reuben Fasoranti, Leader of Afenifere, with Oba Falae, led the delegation to the Presidency, alongside other eminent citizens, the statement noted.

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