The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has issued a stark warning to the Nigerian government, cautioning that the country is on the precipice of collapse due to escalating economic hardship, poverty, and insecurity. In a strongly worded statement, the CNG expressed deep concern over the government’s handling of the economy, citing dire statistics from the Nigeria Bureau of Statistics (NBS) that show 133 million Nigerians living in multidimensional poverty and 20 million people unemployed or underemployed.

“The suffering of Nigerians is palpable across every stratum,” said Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, spokesperson for the CNG. “The government’s economic policies have created this dire situation, and it’s imperative that they take responsibility and address the issues urgently.”

The CNG criticized the government’s decision to increase interest rates, which they believe will further devastate the economy and diminish job prospects. They also expressed dismay at the removal of fuel subsidies, which has led to a shocking 195% increase in petrol prices, crippling the mobility of people and goods across the country.

The group urged President Tinubu to reassess his economic advisers and purge those who have perpetuated harmful policies. They also rejected the plan to increase fuel prices to fund the new national minimum wage, instead advocating for humane and innovative alternatives to address the economic crisis.

The CNG’s warning comes as Nigeria faces a looming revolt, with dark clouds gathering on the horizon. The group emphasized that cosmetic measures will not suffice to contain the raging anger of the people, particularly when they are inundated by economic hardships, massive hunger, and rampant poverty.

“We pray that Almighty Allah endows the President with the needed political will and divine wisdom to listen to the cries of the people and steer the nation to safety,” Comrade Charanchi concluded.

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