The People’s Redemption Party (PRP) has delivered a scathing critique of Nigeria’s leadership and called for comprehensive reforms to address insecurity, poverty, and corruption.
The party also expressed concern over the economic hardship faced by Nigerians, blaming poor governance for the nation’s woes.
SolaceBase reports that in a New Year message issued by the PRP National Vice Chairman (North-West), Abba Sule Namatazu, on Saturday the party congratulated Nigerians for their resilience despite the difficult year.
It described 2024 as a “trying period for many families and businesses,” marked by declining living standards, economic instability, and widespread insecurity.
“We salute the courage of Nigerian families and pray for better days ahead,” Namatazu stated.
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“However, it is unacceptable that after 64 years of self-rule and 25 years of uninterrupted democracy, Nigeria remains the poverty capital of the world, with basic necessities beyond the reach of many families.”
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The PRP attributed the country’s challenges to what it described as “self-serving, inept, and visionless leaders” who have failed to prioritize the welfare of citizens.
The statement lamented the state of public education, accusing some governments of planning to privatize public schools, a move the PRP said would worsen the plight of the poor.
“While the children of the elite study in prestigious institutions abroad, the children of the poor are left scavenging for food,” he said.
“We will resist any attempt to privatize public schools, which most of our current and past leaders attended. Such policies will only lead to increased hopelessness and crime.”
The party expressed concern over the insecurity that has ravaged several regions, displacing communities and disrupting agricultural activities.
It called for a robust approach to combat terrorism, urging the government to cease negotiations with terrorists and instead empower communities to defend themselves.
“Hundreds of thousands of hectares of farmland in the North-East, North-West, and North-Central regions have been abandoned, leading to unprecedented food crises,” Namatazu said.
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“We must learn from countries like Algeria and Tunisia, which successfully tackled similar threats.”
The PRP criticized the delayed implementation of the minimum wage and condemned the increase in petroleum prices, which it said had crippled businesses and deepened poverty.
“The recent fuel price hike has brought the economy to its knees. Businesses are closing, millions are losing their livelihoods, and poverty is on the rise,” Namatazu argued.
It added that, “A liter of petrol can be sold for less than N400 without subsidies if leaders are sincere and have the country’s interest at heart.”
The statement also decried the conduct of local government elections in some states, describing them as a travesty of democracy.
He accused state governments of manipulating the process to suppress opposition and undermine financial autonomy at the grassroots.
“Governance has been personalized, and public resources are being mismanaged with impunity,” he said.
“Greed-driven mega-projects are being prioritized over essential sectors like security, healthcare, education, and agriculture.”
The PRP called on Nigerians to hold leaders accountable and actively participate in the democratic process to demand better governance.
“Our nonchalant attitude to national issues is partly to blame for the current state of affairs. We must stop being passive observers and take responsibility for building a better Nigeria,” Namatazu urged.
The party concluded its message with a pledge to continue advocating for justice, equity, and the welfare of Nigerians.
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