“We are appealing to Nigerians to be more patient and understanding”- Minister of Information and National Orientation

The Federal Government
has again appealed to
Nigerians to give it more
time to enable its policies produce the desired results of making life better.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Muhammad Idris, renewed the appeal in Abuja at the launch of a programme tagged, the Citizens’ Assembly, North-central Zone.

In a crispy situation, such as the one being faced by the country, projection of performance indices and appeal for calm are veritable tools for dousing the impact of the factors escalating the fume, repeating them therefore is necessary.

At the launch of the North-Central Zone chapter of Citizens’ Assembly, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Muhammad Idris, mentioned all the much the Tinubu-led administration had done to revamp the economy and make life better.

Represented by the Director General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Dr. Muhammad Bulama, the Minister stressed that better days were nigh.

“We are appealing to Nigerians to be more patient and more understanding. The President is doing a lot to change the fortunes of Nigerians and the fortunes of Nigeria as a country, and I an assume you that by the time a combination of all the outcomes of these initiatives start showing, Nigeria would be a much better place”, he said.

Referencing the government’s various interventions to cushion its harsh economic policies, the Minister said if only Nigerians would extend their patience, the rest of the world would soon begin to envy them.

“Nigeria has recorded a record-breaking trade surplus of six-point-five-two trillion in the first quarter of 2024. Now compare this with deficit of one-point-four-one trillion recorded in fourth quarter of 2023. So from a deficit of one-point-four trillion, we have now reached a positive increase of six-point-two trillion Naira”, the explained.

Represented by his Chief of Staff, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, pointed out that inclusivity in governance would give the administration a clear vision on the best way to address critical issues.

“it’s crucial, each voice matters and each opinion counts. We believe that together, we can create a more compassionate and more United communities”, the SGF added.

The convener of Citizens’ Assembly, and Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement, Mrs. Abiodun Essiet, said the gathering was a significant milestone in the administration’s journey towards fostering inclusivity and grassroots representation in governance.

“On the 16th of September 2023, President Bola Tinubu appointed six Senior Special Assistants on Community Engagement across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. This strategic initiative underscores President Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to integrating diverse voices and perspectives into our decision-making processes, thereby enhancing community development and cohesion.

She said the programme was also aimed promoting national cohesion through strategic engagements with citizens on a quarterly basis.

Abdullah Bello