In this post, we digest some top stories that make up the front pages of major Nigerian newspapers on Thursday 10 October, 2024, and provide key advocacy asks.
Anger as petrol prices goes up 3rd time in 2 months – Vanguard
IT was anguish, yesterday, as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, raised the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, by 15 per cent across the country.
We call on President Tinubu’s government to prioritise the welfare of its citizens by urgently reviewing the pricing policies, engaging with stakeholders to explore alternative solutions, and implementing measures that cushion the impact of these price hikes on everyday Nigerians. Now more than ever, the government must act decisively to prevent further strain on the economy and restore trust in its leadership.
Senate faults govs’ fresh move on LG allocations – Punch
The Senate, on Wednesday, expressed alignment with the Supreme Court judgment of July 11, 2024, which granted financial autonomy to the 774 Local Government Areas across the country.
It faulted moves by some governors to enact laws to mandate the local government councils in their states to remit allocations into a joint account.
We call on state governors to respect the Supreme Court’s July 2024 ruling granting financial autonomy to the 774 local government areas to promote true grassroots development, transparency, and accountability.
World Mental Health Day: Frustration, hardship, sink more Nigerians into depression – The Guardian
Worsening pangs of life and living in Nigeria are pushing more citizens to the edge, with mental health cases presented in care facilities now 200 per cent more than the previous year’s record.
The alarming rise in mental health cases, with a 200 percent increase over the past year, highlights the urgent need for President Tinubu’s administration to act swiftly in addressing the root causes of frustration and hardship facing Nigerians. The government must prioritise economic reforms that will stabilize the economy, and improve access to essential services, including mental health care.
