Table of Contents
- Activist's Statement
- Hardship Report
- President's Speech
- Government Response
- Human Rights Lawyer's Quote
A political activist, Aisha Yesufu, has explained why the government may believe that Nigerians are not experiencing hardship amidst the difficulties in the country.
In a post on her verified X account on Saturday, Yesufu mentioned that those who are suffering are often the ones actively defending the current administration.
DAILY POST reports that Nigerians have expressed increased hardship since President Bola Tinubu took office on May 29, 2023.
It is worth noting that during his inaugural speech, the president announced the removal of the fuel subsidy, which consequently impacted every sector of the economy.
“Why would the government claim that Nigerians are lying when they say there is suffering in the country?”
“The very individuals who are suffering are the same ones at the forefront of defending the government,” she stated.
Citing a human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, the co-founder of BringBackOurGirls remarked that it is perplexing that a person who cannot afford N1 million for their rent is defending a regime that has devastated the nation's economy and impoverished its citizens.
- Why does the government believe Nigerians are not suffering?
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The government may believe this because those who are suffering often defend the current administration, leading to a disconnect between their experiences and the government's perceptions.
- What impact did the removal of the fuel subsidy have on Nigerians?
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The removal of the fuel subsidy has significantly affected all sectors of the economy, contributing to increased hardship for many Nigerians.
- Who is Aisha Yesufu?
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Aisha Yesufu is a political activist known for her outspoken views on governance and human rights issues in Nigeria.
