#EndBadGovernance Group Chides Osun Govt For Failing On Promises

One of the organisers of the #EndBadGovernance protest in Osun, the Coalition for Concerned Nigerian Citizens, has accused the state government of failing to implement some of the demands of the protesters.

The coalition also chided the federal government for being indifferent to the plight of citizens.

OSUN DEFENDER reports that the state governor, Ademola Adeleke, through his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, while receiving the protesters, had promised to work on some of their demands, a move that led to the suspension of the protest in the state.

It said the state government has yet to take tangible steps to address the demands.

The group also noted that the purchase of a new presidential aircraft by the federal government showed that it does not prioritise the welfare of citizens.

The coalition, during a press conference in Osogbo on Wednesday, said government at all levels should brace themselves for another protest, which will come up on October 1.

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Group Coordinator, Comrade Adetunji Ajala, said the lingering fuel crisis has made life harder for citizens.

He said, “In Osun State, we made the difficult decision to suspend the protest, believing that the government at both state and federal levels deserved the benefit of the doubt, we hoped that by stepping back, we could create space for meaningful dialogue, a chance to work together to find the best solutions to ease the burdens on our people. 

“We are aware of the publication released by the Osun state government on its plans to start implementation of the state demands. Surprisingly, we have not seen any tangible steps that support the government’s promises thus far.

“Instead of the relief we sought, the situation has grown increasingly. The ongoing fuel scarcity has crippled daily life, driving up the cost of living to unbearable levels. And now, in a move that can only be described as a gross misjudgment, the government has banned students under 18 years old from writing WAEC and NECO examinations. This decision not only misplaced priorities but also denies our youth the basic right to education and a future.

“As if these hardships were not enough, we learned with shock and disbelief that the federal government purchased a private aircraft for the presidency, an extravagant expense that comes at a time when millions of Nigerians are struggling to make ends meet.

“This blatant disregard for the procurement process, coupled with the government’s indifference to the suffering of the masses, speaks volumes about the current administration’s priorities.”

He added, “Our patience is not infinite. We have been reasonable, we have been patient, but we will not be ignored, If the government continues to turn a deaf ear to the cries of the people, they should brace themselves for the mother of all protests on October 1st as the citizens will not continue to fold hand on continuous increase of food and basics need without corresponding measures to curb the unfortunate inflation.

“The request for transparent and good governance from the federal government cum state government is their duty, to serve the people. to protect our rights, and to govern with integrity.”