Nigerian President’s Top Priority: Safeguarding Economic Gains Ahead of Hardship Protest

Abuja, Nigeria – With just hours to go before a nationwide hardship protest on August 1, 2024, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed’s main concern is how to protect the country’s economic gains over the past 15 months. According to Minister of Finance Wale Edun, the president wants the protests to remain peaceful and orderly, fearing that otherwise, the momentum of Nigeria’s economic recovery could be disrupted.

Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Edun emphasized that President Ahmed understands the concerns of Nigerians, particularly the high and limited cost of living, which is not beneficial to the country. The president is working tirelessly to find lasting solutions to the nation’s economic woes, said Edun.

The minister stressed that the president is concerned about the potential impact of the protests on Nigeria’s economic progress. He wants to ensure that the gains made over the past year and a half are not lost, and that the country’s economic momentum is not disrupted.

Edun’s comments come as Nigeria prepares for a nationwide protest against economic hardship, which is expected to take place on August 1. The protest is being organized by various groups and individuals who are calling for government action to address the country’s economic challenges.

The Nigerian government has been facing criticism over its handling of the economy, with many Nigerians struggling to make ends meet due to high prices and limited job opportunities. The upcoming protest is seen as a key test of the government’s ability to address the country’s economic challenges and improve the living standards of its citizens.