The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has strongly condemned the recent attendance of some northern governors at a symposium on insecurity held in the United States of America, describing it as an “economic waste” and a showcase of a “lack of commitment and understanding” of the gravity of the situation.
According to a statement issued on Sunday by its Ag. National publicity secretary, Comrade Muhammed Ishaq, the PRP said: “We find it appalling that these governors chose to discuss the pressing matter of insecurity in a foreign country, while the very people they govern continue to face the consequences of this issue daily.”
The PRP questioned the logic behind holding such a critical discussion outside the region, saying, “All the solutions are here in Nigeria if only they can summon the political will to tackle the problem. And if only they can summon the courage to stop milking the serious insecurity crisis for political and material ends.
“Their absence from the region during such crucial discussions only highlights their disconnect from the ground realities and the plight of their constituents. It’s like they are detached from the everyday struggles of the people they are supposed to serve”, the statement said.
The PRP also criticised the governors for their alleged “shortsightedness,” saying, “Perhaps our governors will sit up if one of the luxurious government houses is invaded by bandits or overrun by desperate citizens who are on the receiving end of their excesses and incompetence, such as we have seen in Sri Lanka a few years ago.”
Furthermore, the party slammed the recent workshop organized by the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, along with state commissioners of finance and other government officials, held in the United Kingdom.
The PRP described the choice of location for this workshop, during a time when the nation’s economy is struggling, as “irresponsible” and “indicative of a lack of concern for the financial well-being of the country.”
Comrade Ishaq said: “We are dismayed that our governors and government officials would prioritize extravagance over the welfare of their people. It’s unacceptable that they would choose to waste resources on foreign trips while our citizens suffer.”
The PRP demanded that the northern governors and government officials “take immediate action to rectify their misplaced priorities and channel their efforts towards improving the lives of their citizens.”
The party urged the public to hold these leaders accountable for their decisions and to push for transparency and dedication in addressing the critical challenges faced by the nation.
“We call upon these governors and government officials to prioritize addressing the issues within their jurisdictions and to demonstrate their commitment to the welfare of their people. They must focus on finding practical solutions to the problems faced by their constituents, rather than engaging in extravagant and seemingly resource-embezzling events abroad,” the statement said.
The PRP’s condemnation comes as many Nigerians continue to express frustration with the government’s handling of insecurity and economic issues.
