Tanko Yunusa, Interim National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, has expressed deep concern over the growing poverty in Nigeria, questioning how many citizens will be able to afford to celebrate the upcoming Sallah festivities.

 

Speaking on Morning Brief, a Channels Television programme, Yunusa criticized the current administration for failing to ease the economic hardship faced by ordinary Nigerians.

 

He accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government of falling short on its campaign promises, particularly in improving citizens’ welfare and job creation.

 

“The manifesto of a political party is a social contract with the people. It’s what you present to gain their trust,” Yunusa stated. “They promised a decent life for every Nigerian. But at this point, I can’t see or measure any decent life being delivered.”

 

He further challenged the government’s pledge to create three million jobs annually, pointing out that two years into the administration, Nigerians are yet to feel the impact.

 

“If the promise was three million jobs per year, we should be talking about six million jobs by now. Nigerians can judge for themselves whether such progress has been made,” he said.

 

Expressing dismay over the worsening economic conditions, Yunusa said, “I honestly don’t know how Nigerians will celebrate Sallah. The poverty level is alarming, and sadly, the northern region appears to be the worst affected.”