Ishowo Olanrewaju, a prominent kwara Based public affairs analyst, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address the growing hardship faced by Nigerians following the recent fuel price hike. Ishowo, known for his consistent analysis of socio-political issues, expressed his deep concern over the increase in petrol prices from N580 to N897, despite earlier assurances that fuel prices would drop with the commencement of production at the Dangote Refinery.
In his statement, Ishowo highlighted the suffering experienced by many Nigerians due to rising inflation, stagnant wages, and increasing unemployment. He emphasized that the latest petrol price surge has compounded the already dire economic situation, with transportation costs soaring and essential goods becoming more expensive. Small businesses are struggling to survive, with some even shutting down due to the overwhelming financial strain.
In the article published through the ‘Kwara Express’, Ishowo criticized the government’s policies, arguing that while economic reforms may be necessary, they should not come at the expense of the welfare of the people. He urged the Tinubu administration to balance economic policies with empathy, warning that the continued hardship could lead to social instability. According to him, the public feels that the government is out of touch with their daily struggles, and the patience of Nigerians is running thin.
He further called on President Tinubu and his economic team to consider the human cost of their decisions, emphasizing that Nigerians are not against reform but are seeking relief from policies that have led to severe hardship. Ishowo noted that the resilience of the Nigerian people is being stretched to its limit, and the government must act before the situation worsens.
In conclusion, Ishowo appealed to the President to listen to the cries of the masses and take immediate action to ease the suffering caused by the petrol price hike. He stressed that economic stability cannot be achieved by sacrificing the well-being of the people and urged the government to implement more compassionate policies moving forward.
