Here is a roundup of some Nigerian newspaper headlines, accompanied by our advocacy-driven demands for government action in addressing citizens’ concerns.
Punch: Tinubu Working Remotely from Overseas, Returns after Easter – Presidency
The Presidency has said President Bola Tinubu continues to direct the affairs of state from Europe, despite being outside the country for nearly two weeks, and that the president will return on Monday, 21 April, after the Easter holidays.
Our Take: Governance is not just about issuing commands; it is about responding visibly and decisively when the nation is bleeding. President Tinubu should cut short his stay in France and return home to take charge of the deteriorating security situation.
2. Daily Trust: Amidst N4trillion Electricity Debt, FG Plans New Subsidy Model
Amidst rising debt to power utility companies, the federal government has said it is working on a new model of electricity subsidy.
Our Take: The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, must act swiftly to implement a transparent and targeted electricity subsidy model that prioritises the most vulnerable citizens while ensuring timely payments to utility companies to prevent sector collapse. As the debt burden climbs to N4 trillion, urgent reforms, accountability measures, and a sustainable payment framework are critical to stabilising the power sector and safeguarding national development.
3. Vanguard: How Bandits, Killer Herdsmen Have Impacted Farming, Food Supply
Vanguard reports that in recent years, bandits have invariably taken over the nineteen northern states of the country, preventing farmers from accessing their farms, either to till the land or even harvest their produce where they succeeded in farming.
Our Take: President Tinubu must direct security agencies to step up security efforts across the northern region to protect farmers, restore access to farmlands, and ensure the safety of rural communities. Without immediate and sustained action, the continued disruption of farming activities will only worsen the country’s food crisis, deepen poverty, and threaten national stability.
