Former Communication Minister, Adebayo Shittu, has expressed concern over the alarming poverty levels in the nation, stating that a significant number of Nigerians have resorted to begging.
During his appearance on the AIT program ‘Focus Nigeria’ on Tuesday, Shittu provided instances illustrating how the economic situation in Nigeria has forced citizens into a state of dependency.
Residing in Ibadan, the former minister recounted receiving a call from an individual in Bauchi who requested ₦1,000 for sustenance.
Naija News reports that Shittu also mentioned that a woman contacted him 30 times seeking ₦3,000, which he claimed he did not have at the time.
He asserted that poverty has been exploited as a tool in the country, noting that when politicians approach the populace for votes, the citizens often prioritize the material benefits offered by these politicians over their actual capabilities and promises.
Shittu said, “Yesterday, before I left Ibadan, somebody…
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