Pastor Giwa Urges Tinubu to Reduce Fuel and Food Prices Amid Protests

 

In light of the escalating #EndBadGovernance protests, Pastor Adewale Giwa, the Senior Pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Christ Ministry, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take immediate and decisive actions to reduce the prices of fuel and foodstuffs.

Pastor Giwa's Appeal

Addressing the growing unrest, Pastor Giwa emphasized the need for President Tinubu to address the nation and take proactive steps to alleviate the economic hardships facing Nigerians. He stressed that failure to act promptly could have severe consequences for the administration and the country.

President Bola Tinubu is acting as if he wasn’t in the country. History won’t forget him if he doesn’t take a proactive step now to drastically bring down the prices of petroleum and foodstuffs. I hope by now, a true democrat would have addressed Nigerians. Don’t handle the current situation with levity; act now before it’s too late.

Ongoing Protests

The #EndBadGovernance protests have entered their second day, with demonstrators voicing their frustrations over the government's handling of the economy. The protests highlight the urgent need for the government to address the soaring prices of essential commodities.

Key Points from Pastor Giwa's Statement

1.   Immediate Address to the Nation:

o    Pastor Giwa urges President Tinubu to speak directly to Nigerians, acknowledging their plight and outlining steps to address their concerns.

2.   Drastic Reduction in Prices:

o    The clergyman calls for immediate measures to lower the costs of fuel and foodstuffs, which are critical to easing the economic burden on the populace.

3.   Open Land Borders:

o    Pastor Giwa suggests that reopening all land borders could help stabilize prices and improve access to goods.

4.   Democratic Values:

o    He reminds President Tinubu of his role in fighting for democracy and urges him to uphold the principles of justice, equity, and fairness.

5.   Urgency of Action:

o    Stressing the need for swift action, Pastor Giwa warns against allowing the situation to deteriorate further, which could lead to greater unrest and dissatisfaction.

Don’t allow the devil to harden your heart. I know you mean well for Nigerians, but act now before it’s too late. Put your political enemies to shame and make Nigerians happy.

Conclusion

As the #EndBadGovernance protests continue, the call for immediate action from influential voices like Pastor Giwa underscores the urgent need for the Nigerian government to address the economic challenges facing the nation. Reducing the prices of fuel and foodstuffs and reopening land borders are seen as critical steps to restoring stability and alleviating public discontent.