Some Nigerians barely afford a meal a day – Sen Dachungyang

Senator Pam Dachungyang, representing Plateau North in the National Assembly, on Wednesday, pleaded with Nigerians to be patient with the President Bola Tinubu-led administration despite its harsh economic policies. Speaking at an event marking Eid el-Fitr in Abuja, the lawmaker said, “We should remember that our country is passing through a lot. Let’s support the […]

Senator Pam Dachungyang, representing Plateau North in the National Assembly, on Wednesday, pleaded with Nigerians to be patient with the President Bola Tinubu-led administration despite its harsh economic policies.

Speaking at an event marking Eid el-Fitr in Abuja, the lawmaker said, “We should remember that our country is passing through a lot. Let’s support the government. Things have gone so bad. Many cannot have three meals a day. Some can barely have a meal a day, but they’re still living. We still ask for love. I urge every Nigerian to be patient. Let’s support the government. Pray, don’t be in a hurry and God will answer our prayers.”

He congratulated Muslims for fasting through the month of Ramadan, saying, “It’s necessary to be in self-denial to serve God.

Speaking earlier, the National Chairman of ADP, Engr Yabagi Yusuf Sani, felicitated with Nigerians as they celebrated Sallah.

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Sani said, “As we gather here today, I am filled with immense joy and gratitude to address you on this auspicious occasion of Eid al-Fitr.

“On behalf of our great party, Action Democratic Party (ADP), I extend the warmest greetings to each and every one of you, as well as to the public who join us in spirit during this time of celebration.

“May this day of festivity be a beacon of light, illuminating the path towards unity, compassion and mutual respect.

“May it be an opportunity for us to renew our commitment to our shared values and to the betterment of society as a whole.”

The National Youth Leader of ADP, Mr Chinazam Ike, called on the youths of Nigeria to reflect on the virtues of love, equity, patriotism, peace and service to the fatherland for the good of the country.