In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian Baptist Convention begged him to address the country’s early warning indicators of danger and come up with workable solutions to the financial difficulties.
The Convention’s President, Rev. Israel Akanji, disclosed this in an open letter on Friday in the midst of the ongoing national demonstration against bad governance, #EndBadGovernance.
He highlighted the need for patience and understanding, saying that the people’s struggles must be perceived as being addressed by the government.
Part of what Akanji said was, “At this particular time, the three levels of government need to come up with practical solutions to lead the country out of its problems and accept and acknowledge the fact that there is hardship in the land.”
Akanji underlined the necessity for the public to perceive the government as being responsive to the problems of the people, pleading for tolerance and compassion. She also pointed out that the palliative measures already being made available are insufficient, comparing them to “a drop in the huge ocean of our problems.
“It should be evident that the government is pleading with the citizens of our nation to exercise more patience while they labour diligently to address and lessen the hardships facing the nation. The palliatives that are now being made available are but a drop in the vast ocean of our troubles, the speaker remarked.
In order to get farmers back to their farms and reduce food insecurity, Akanji recommended that the government take more measures to improve the nation’s security condition.In order to reduce food insecurity in the nation, he continued, “the government should further address the security situation in the country with a view to returning farmers to their farms.”
Additionally, he promoted getting young people involved in farming by offering them incentives to do so before the rainy season ends.
“Before the rainy season ends, government at all levels should mobilise our teaming youths with incentives to make farming attractive.” They ought to actively support the restoration of the national custom of keeping agricultural products in silos, he added.
Akanji suggested that the government give young people in the nation job and entrepreneurial chances.
He proposed tax holidays and other benefits for the business and industrial sectors, especially to attract all of the large and small enterprises that have left the nation. This would create a great deal of jobs.
Additionally, he promoted getting young people involved in farming by offering them incentives to do so before the rainy season ends.
“Before the rainy season ends, government at all levels should mobilise our teaming youths with incentives to make farming attractive.” They ought to actively support the restoration of the national custom of keeping agricultural products in silos, he added.
Akanji suggested that the government give young people in the nation job and entrepreneurial chances.
He proposed tax holidays and other benefits for the business and industrial sectors, especially to attract all of the large and small enterprises that have left the nation. This would create a great deal of jobs.
“Government should revisit the removal of fuel subsidies by significantly lowering the current price of all fuel products in the nation,” he declared.
He further recommended that the government order the Apex Bank to stop the Naira’s continuous devaluation, pointing out that no nation ever lets its currency disappear.
“Government should revisit the removal of fuel subsidies by significantly lowering the current price of all fuel products in the nation,” he declared.
He further recommended that the government order the Apex Bank to stop the Naira’s continuous devaluation, pointing out that no nation ever lets its currency disappear.
“The Apex Bank should be instructed by the government to stop the Naira’s constant depreciation. He declared, “No nation permits its currency to disappear.”
Akanji underlined the necessity for political office holders to represent the actual state of affairs in the country, especially with regard to privileges and emoluments.
In the event that the number of cabinet members cannot be lowered, he recommended that all levels of government emulate the House of Representatives, which cut member salaries. The Federal Executive Council should likewise follow suit.
Before enacting laws that may incite protests, the president of NBC also emphasised the significance of consulting with traditional leaders, religious authorities, and other interested parties.
He pointed out that doing so after things have gotten out of control is a sign that previous mistakes are being made again.
In order to reduce the current level of tension in the nation, Akanji asked the administration to arrange talks with all parties involved. He stressed that any early warning signs of danger should be taken seriously by the administration, saying that the nation would not be in the current state of crisis if the people’s cries and calls had been acknowledged and given the immediate attention they deserved.
Additionally, Akanji urged the administration to stay in continual contact with the populace, outlining circumstances and responding to enquiries.
He pointed out that in an age where knowledge is continually sought for, remaining silent when communication is required is not beneficial.