- Professor Mansur Sokoto advised President Tinubu to rebuild public trust, highlighting the disconnect between the government and citizens due to mistrust
- He criticized recent tax reforms as insensitive, urging leaders to demonstrate genuine care and accountability to reconnect with the populace
Professor Mansur Sokoto has advised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to rebuild public trust and draw lessons from the challenges facing Nigeria, particularly the recent crisis in Niger.
Speaking during a sermon in Sokoto, Prof. Sokoto highlighted the disconnect between the government and the citizens, which he attributed to a lack of trust.
He explained that this mistrust is rooted in the widespread belief in allegations against the government, even to the extent of people cursing their leaders.
“Nigerians no longer trust their leaders because leadership has failed to show genuine care for the people,” he stated.
Using the recent tax reforms as an example, the professor criticized the administration’s approach, describing it as insensitive to the people’s struggles.
“The reforms are widely seen as harmful to the nation, yet the president remains firm. Is that an expression of love, empathy, or compassion?” he questioned.
Prof. Sokoto urged the government to avoid actions that deepen public mistrust, such as corruption and the misuse of public funds.
He also called for restraint in accumulating unnecessary debts, often used to fund luxuries like private jets and extravagant tours.
He stressed the need for Nigerian leaders to reconnect with citizens and demonstrate empathy in their policies. “Rebuilding trust requires genuine care and accountability,” he added.
Prof. Sokoto emphasized the importance of patriotism in addressing Nigerians, urging citizens to prioritize national progress over personal grievances. “No nation prospers without strong patriotism.
While we must hold our leaders accountable, we must also ensure our actions contribute to the country’s progress,” he concluded.
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