The President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to replace the fuel subsidy currently removed with social amenities that will make life better for citizens.
Tinubu stated this on Monday, June 12 during his Democracy Day broadcast to the nation. henceforth, he urged every Nigerian to endure a little.
He said: “The democracy that will yield right dividends to the people who are the shareholders means more than just freedom of choice and right to get people into elective offices. It means social and economic justice for our people. To the winner of June 12, democracy offers the best chance to fight and eliminate poverty. Thirty years ago, he christened his campaign manifesto, ‘Farewell to Poverty’ because he was convinced that there is nothing divine about poverty. It is a man-made problem that can be eliminated with clearly thought out social and economic policies.
“It is for this reason that, during my inauguration speech on May 29, I gave effect to the decision taken by my predecessor-in-office to remove the fuel subsidy albatross and free up for collective use of the much-needed resources, which had hitherto been pocketed by a few rich. I admit that the decision will impose extra burden on the masses. I feel your pain. This is one decision we must bear to save our country from going under and take our resources away from the stranglehold of a few unpatriotic elements.
“Painfully, I have asked you, my compatriots, to sacrifice a little more for the survival of our country. For your trust and belief in us, I assure you that your sacrifice shall not be in vain. My administration will repay you through massive investment in transportation infrastructure, education, regular power supply, healthcare and other public utilities that will improve the quality of lives.”
President Tinubu vowed to remain committed to the development of Nigeria.
“We shall be faithful to truth. Faithful to equity, faithful to justice and have respect for the rule of law.
“On this note, I wish us all a happy Democracy Day celebration and pray that the light of liberty shall never be extinguished in our land,” he said.