Nineteen northern states in Nigeria have come together to urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take immediate action against underperforming ministers and security chiefs. The call to action was made by the Northern Ethnic National Forum, a coalition of leaders from the region, through its convener, Dominic Alancha.
According to Alancha, the current state of governance in the country is insufficient to address the numerous challenges facing Nigerians, particularly in the northern part of the country. The forum attributes this to the inability of many current ministers to effectively translate policies into tangible results, connect with the grassroots, or build the necessary political goodwill to solidify the administration’s standing.
The coalition is advocating for a comprehensive dissolution and reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council, citing the need for decisive action in the face of a “multi-dimensional crisis” affecting the nation. The crisis is characterized by rampant insecurity, with communities being ravaged daily, farmers unable to access their fields, and highways becoming death traps.
The forum’s statement emphasizes the urgency of relieving underperforming security chiefs, given the dire security situation in the country. The call for action is seen as a reflection of the growing concerns among Nigerians about the government’s ability to address the myriad challenges facing the country.
The Northern Ethnic National Forum’s plea to President Tinubu comes at a time when the country is grappling with various socio-economic and security challenges. The president’s response to this call will be closely watched, as it has significant implications for the government’s ability to effectively govern and address the needs of its citizens. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen what measures the government will take to address the concerns raised by the forum and restore stability and security to the affected regions.
