The Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, Chairman, Mamman Mike Ousman (SAN), has stated that Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges are not surmountable in one year.
The ACF Chairman said the challenges are so huge that it is difficult for President Bola Tinubu to, within one year, solve all the problems.
Ousman made the disclosure while fielding questions from newsmen during the ACF’s National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting in Kaduna. He remarked that President Tinubu took overpower when the country was faced with so many challenges.
“We have much respect for President Tinubu. We recognize the fact that one year is a short time with which he can transform the country.”
“He is doing his best through various outfits and agencies like the police and military. In order to subdue and do away with terrorism and banditry,” he added.
The ACF Chairman stated that they appreciate the milestones Tinubu had achieved so far. He added that Tinubu is doing his best through various outfits and agencies like police and military.
Ousman, therefore, added that the ACF has resolved to be of tremendous assistance to the President whenever invited. He said, the Forum is ready to make its contributions to the development of Nigeria.
“The country belongs to all of us. We believed if we give the President our support, from the 19 States, the country would be better off for it.”
Speaking on ACF’s position on State Police, Ousman said there is need for an invitation for memorandum from the House of Representatives. He pointed that this should geared towards achieving veritable resolutions and amendments.
The ACF Chairman stated that the House of Reps should try and bring together various groups on the subject matter.
According to him, “They were here a few weeks ago and formed a committee. We are mindful of the fact that other regions have their positions. He pointed that 15 thematic points have already been submitted to the National Assembly.”
Speaking on the expected outcome of the ACF NEC meeting, the Chairman said it is aimed at promoting unity. He said the Forum is pursuing the interest of the 19 Northern States within the context of Nigerian sovereignty.
source: Daily Post
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