Hardship: “Current Policies Failing Nigerians,” PDP Chief Okai Laments, Demands Urgent Reforms

• Kogi state activist, Comrade Usman Okai Austin, has criticised President Tinubu's economic reforms
• The PDP chieftain urged the Abdullahi Ganduje-led APC to summon an emergency meeting with the president to tackle the severe economic issues plaguing the nation
• Okai highlighted the dire consequences of the economic crisis, which included increasing crime rates and severe fuel scarcity and urged the president to take necessary action

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

FCT, Abuja - Kogi-born political activist, Comrade Usman Okai Austin, has raised an alarm over the worsening economic conditions in Nigeria.

He urged the federal government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reevaluate its policies as citizens endure unprecedented suffering.

Okai tells APC to summon meeting with Tinubu

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Addressing the media in Abuja, On Tuesday, September 3, Okai emphasized that the current economic strategies are failing to deliver positive results, instead contributing to the hardship faced by Nigerians.

As reported by The Punch, he called on the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to convene an emergency meeting with the president to address the stark realities confronting the nation.

“This is not the time to appease those in power; it is a time for honesty and accountability for the sake of our nation,” Okai declared.

He highlighted the increasing vulnerability of citizens and the alarming rise in crime rates as direct consequences of the economic downturn.

Okai also pointed out the ongoing fuel scarcity, stating that many Nigerians are spending up to 24 hours at filling stations just to secure fuel, further compounding their struggle for survival.

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“This daily struggle is compounded by the plummeting value of the Naira, which has made basic food items unaffordable for countless families,” he lamented.

He, however, urged the government to implement immediate and effective changes to address these critical issues, advocating for a comprehensive economic strategy that prioritizes the welfare of the people.

“We must put the citizens first. The current policies are failing us, and it’s time for a change that reflects the realities of our everyday lives,” he added.

In a passionate appeal, Okai called on Nigerians to unite in demanding accountability from their leaders.

“We cannot sit back and watch our nation crumble. It is time for us to stand together and advocate for the change we desperately need,” he concluded.

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Kogi’s 20 trucks of rice stirs controversy

In another development, Legit.ng reported that Comrade Usman Okai Austin made a strong demand amid growing concerns over Kogi Governor Usman Ododo's silence on the 20 trucks of rice received from the federal government.

Speaking with the press on Friday, Okai demanded that the Kogi government account for the rice and ensure a fair distribution exercise to the people of the state.

Source: Legit.ng