“Wherever we can find food to put on the tables of Nigerians, we will do so.’’
✔ Senate President Godswill Akpabio dismisses protests against economic hardship, alleging they are “sponsored” against President Bola Tinubu.
✔ Akpabio suggests protesters are unaware of government efforts to address challenges.
✔ He highlights government’s consideration of options, including food importation, to alleviate hunger.
✔ Vice-President Kashim Shettima blames high food costs on desperate politicians who lost in 2023 elections.
✔ Recent protests in Ibadan and other states chant slogans against Tinubu, linking him to rising food prices.
PEOPLE’S GAZETTE
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed protests against economic hardship in the country, saying they were “sponsored” against President Bola Tinubu.
Mr Akpabio noted that citizens joining the protests were oblivious of the government’s efforts in tackling the challenge.
He said, “You can see sponsored protests here and there. Those people are not aware. Most of those sponsored protests are not aware of the kind of efforts made by this Senate together with the Federal Government to tackle this situation.”
