The Nigerian government is urging citizens to remain patient as it grapples with a severe economic crisis, characterized by soaring inflation and rising living costs.
The plea comes ahead of planned nationwide protests scheduled for August 1st.
The country has been experiencing economic turmoil since President Bola Tinubu removed fuel subsidies and devalued the naira last year.
These policies, while aimed at economic reforms, have exacerbated inflation, reaching a nearly three-decade high of 34.2%.
As public discontent grows, Nigerians have taken to social media to organize protests against the government’s handling of the economy.
The proposed demonstrations, dubbed “End Bad Governance in Nigeria,” outline demands such as free education, improved security, and transparency in government spending.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris acknowledged the public’s frustrations but urged citizens to give the government more time to address the issues.
He emphasized the government’s commitment to finding solutions and appealed for peace.
Nigeria’s largest labor union has thrown its support behind the protesters, calling for dialogue between the government and protest leaders.
As the nation braces for potential unrest, the government faces increasing pressure to deliver tangible improvements in the lives of its citizens.
