In a recent interview with Trust Radio, Solomon Dalung, the former Minister of Sports and Youth, accused President Bola Tinubu of succumbing to fuel subsidy criminals, describing it as a significant error that has left Nigerians traumatized. Dalung criticized Tinubu for stating that subsidy was eradicated, asserting that the president played into the hands of subsidy racketeers, causing distress among the Nigerian populace.
Dalung expressed his view that Tinubu should consider reintroducing a 50 percent subsidy if necessary to alleviate the impact on the citizens. He emphasized the importance of defending the Naira, likening allowing the Naira to float to sending a soldier to war without proper gear.
The former minister urged President Tinubu to prioritize saving lives and reconsider his economic policies, which he claimed lacked a human face. Dalung argued that the promise of Nigerians sacrificing for the future is impractical and makes the president appear insensitive. He called for a shift in economic policies that consider the current hardship faced by the nation.
Dalung highlighted the urgency of addressing the widespread hardship and hunger, asserting that President Tinubu needs to focus on saving lives before delving into economic policies. He criticized the notion of asking people to sacrifice without providing relief from the immediate challenges they face.
Dalung emphasized the need for economic policies to have a human face, echoing concerns that without a more compassionate approach, leaders risk being perceived as indifferent to the struggles of the citizens.
