ACF urges FG to set timelines for easing hardship

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has called on the Federal Government to set clear timelines for easing the hardships faced by Nigerians due to economic reforms. Prof. Tukur Mohammed-Baba, the Publicity Secretary of ACF, made these remarks during an interview with ARISE News. He urged the government to admit its mistakes in assessing the impact of the reforms and provide timelines for improvement.

Mohammed-Baba criticized the government's justification for the reforms, stating that they did not adequately address the hardships experienced by Nigerians. He highlighted issues such as the cost of living, living conditions, rent, housing materials, transportation, electricity costs, road conditions, and insecurity. The ACF spokesman also questioned whether the government had conducted adequate due diligence before implementing the reforms.

He emphasized the need for specific timelines for delivering improvements and measurable targets against which Nigerians could assess the government's performance. Mohammed-Baba suggested that the government could introduce measures within three months to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians. He criticized the disparity between the sacrifices demanded of Nigerians and the conduct of government officials, stating that it was shameful.

The ACF has hinted that it would support political candidates based on their commitment to good governance, accountability, and anti-corruption during the 2027 general elections.