The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed its concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s silence amid nationwide protests against economic hardship and worsening hunger in Nigeria.
The PDP finds it alarming that President Tinubu has not addressed the protests for good governance, security, and welfare—core responsibilities of the government.
The party warns that this silence could indicate indifference from the All Progressives Congress (APC) towards the struggles of its citizens and the country’s worsening situation.
In a statement on Saturday, the PDP, through its National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, called on President Tinubu to address the nation on measures to reduce the price of petroleum products, stabilize the Naira, and ensure the swift provision of food, among other critical issues.
“The PDP demands that President Tinubu address Nigerians on steps to reduce the price of petroleum products, stem the fall of the Naira, and ensure the speedy provision of food, among other critical issues, to revamp the productive sector, stimulate employment, and restore stability in the polity,” the statement read.
“Our party is concerned that President Tinubu’s silence is sending a dangerous signal and heightening public apprehension that the APC government is insensitive to the citizens’ concerns and the overall state of affairs in the nation.”
“It is worrisome that President Tinubu remains silent while Nigerians are on the streets demanding good governance, protection, security, and welfare—the primary responsibilities of the government.”
“The world watches as APC-controlled security agencies assault, shoot, and kill unarmed protesters, with thugs allegedly mobilized by the APC also unleashing violence on innocent Nigerians.
The PDP insists that President Tinubu must break his silence and provide reassurance to the citizens, particularly regarding the reduction in the prices of petroleum products and food items.
The party emphasizes that with effective, transparent, and innovative management of resources, Nigeria should be able to sell petrol at no more than N200 per liter, especially with strategic investment in gas production.