Christian Elders To Tinubu: There Is Severe Hunger, Crash Prices Of Petrol, Electricity

National Christian Elders Forum (NCEF), has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to as a matter of urgency review downward the pump price of petrol and high electricity tariff with a view to alleviating excruciating sufferings and hunger being experienced by Nigerians.

The Forum also called for improved security, particularly for farmers in rural areas who are crucial to the nation’s food security.

The Chairman of NCEF, Dr Samuel Danjuma Dani, who stated these in a statement issued after the meeting of the Christian Elders on the current state of the nation, noted that the increase in the pump price of petrol has led to a significant rise in the cost of food and other essential commodities.

Dr Dani, who was Deputy Governor of Taraba State, said that the recent protests by some Nigerians were as a result of the increase in petrol prices and aggravating hardship faced by the populace.

The Christian Elders said; “We recommend a downward review of petrol prices to alleviate the suffering of the people.

“We advocate for a reduction in electricity tariffs to enable Nigerians to produce goods and services more economically. “This measures will enhance productivity and create employment opportunities for our burgeoning youth population.

“We call for improved security, particularly for farmers in rural areas who are crucial to the nation’s food security. While we recognize the Government’s efforts in this regard, we urge for more immediate and effective actions.

“We firmly believe that these straightforward recommendations will significantly alleviate the current hardships experienced by many Nigerians.

Members of the NCEF include, Pastor Bosun Emmanuel – Secretary, Dr. Saleh Hussaini – Vice Chairman (North), Elder Shyngle Wigwe – Vice Chairman (South), Mrs. Osaretin Demuren – Treasurer, Prof. Joseph Otubu, Dr. (Mrs) Kate Okparaeke, Dr. Ayo Abifarin, Gen. Zamani Lekwot (rtd), Hon. Justice James Ogebe, JSC (rtd), Elder Moses Ihonde, Hon. Justice Kalajine Anigbogu (rtd), Elder Nat Okoro, Mr. Solomon Asemota,SAN, and Elder Matthew Owojaiye.

Others include; DIG P. L. Dabup, Sir John W. Bagu, Dame Priscilla Kuye, Prof. (Mrs) Deborah Enilo Ajakaiye, HRM Oba Dokun Thompson, Dr. Taiwo Idemudia (Diaspora), Elder Minso Gadzama, Apostle Bulus Musa Kewa, Admiral Peter Adeniyi (Rtd), Hon. Justice Goddy Anunihu (Rtd) and Chief Sir Ferdinand Anikwe.