Stop trivialising Nigerians’ suffering, proffer solutions not excuses, Obi tells Tinubu

• He pointed out that the problems facing Nigerians are multifaceted and there must conscious and concerted efforts to address them

The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, says it’s unbecoming of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to threat Nigerians with disdain and downplay their suffering and hardship.

He charged the current government to address the problems and challenges facing the country instead of comparing Nigeria with other countries.

He stated that a true leader is expected to rise to the occasion in times of crisis and map out concrete solutions to address the situation and not play the ostrich even when the people are overwhelmed by the situation.

The former Anambra State Governor position was contained in a series of tweets on his X handle.

He pointed out that the problems facing Nigerians are multifaceted and there must conscious and concerted efforts to address them.

He said, “The problems facing Nigeria are well known to all Nigerians. We are the poverty capital of the world, among the most insecure people on earth, among the hungriest, have poor education quality and the highest number of out-of-school children, high infant mortality, corruption, unemployment, the highest income gap between the poor and the rich, high corruption perception index, infrastructure and healthcare challenges, and more.

“It’s disheartening to hear those in charge, who were hired to address our problems, make statements like “we are not the only ones struggling with poverty and hunger.

“Instead of merely acknowledging that other countries face similar challenges, we need to hear a thorough plan of action to tackle our unique struggles. We require concrete solutions and a clear vision to address these issues, not comparisons that downplay our circumstances.

“I urge those in leadership positions to offer tangible solutions, not mere reminders that others face similar challenges. We need a comprehensive approach to tackle our specific challenges, not generalizations that dismiss our experiences.

“A true leader provides direction, guidance, solutions, and reassurance in times of crisis. This is the hallmark of visionary leadership and a trait of nations that are making progress and advancing their development.

“They don’t simply state the obvious but offer a roadmap for overcoming obstacles. Just like a pilot, who doesn’t just announce turbulence; they assure passengers that they will do everything possible to ensure a safe journey.

“Only then can we begin to trust that our country is in capable hands, working towards a brighter future for all Nigerians.”