By Wellington Jopelo
The Presidency and members of the House of Representatives have dismissed renewed calls for President Bola Tinubu to resign over rising economic hardship and insecurity in the country, insisting that the administration remains focused on ongoing reforms.
Presidential aides said the calls were politically motivated and do not reflect the government’s efforts to stabilise the economy and address security challenges across different regions.
They maintained that despite current difficulties, key economic reforms being implemented by the administration are beginning to show gradual progress in revenue generation, investor confidence and policy restructuring.
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives also backed the Presidency, saying resignation calls are not a solution to the country’s complex economic and security problems.
According to them, Nigeria is undergoing tough but necessary reforms, and what is required at this stage is stability and continued implementation of government policies.
The Presidency further argued that the current insecurity situation did not start under the present administration, noting that efforts are ongoing to strengthen security operations nationwide.
It also pointed to continuous military and police operations aimed at tackling banditry, terrorism and other violent crimes affecting different parts of the country.
Opposition figures had earlier called for Tinubu’s resignation, citing worsening living conditions and rising insecurity as major concerns affecting citizens.
However, government officials insisted that attention should remain on strengthening reforms rather than political distractions that could slow down progress.
The debate continues to generate reactions across the political space as Nigerians remain divided over the best path to address the country’s economic and security challenges.