President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast, saying his decision on subsidy removal, even though abrupt, is to save Nigeria from going under.
The president stated this in a nationwide broadcast to mark 2023 Democracy Day on Monday, in Abuja.
Noting that his decision on subsidy removal would add to the sufferings of Nigerians, he promised adequate investment in transportation, healthcare, infrastructure, and education, among others.
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He , however, promised that his administration would be hugely informed by the philosophies of MKO Abiola which “promotes the welfare of the people over personal interests of the ruling class and one where the governed can find personal fulfilment and happiness
He said: “In my inauguration address 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 the much-needed resources, which had hitherto been pocketed by a few rich.
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“I admit that the decision will impose an extra burden on the masses of our people. 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.
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