The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has called on the federal government to review or abandon its macro-economic policies, which they say have inflicted hardship on Nigerians.
The governors made this demand at their first meeting of 2025, held at the Government House in Asaba, Delta State, on Friday, January 31.
In a communiqué released after the meeting, and read by the Chairman of the forum and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, the forum expressed deep concerns over the country’s economic difficulties and blamed them on the federal government’s policies.
The PDP governors declared that the policies of the Tinubu administration have worsened inflation, weakened the naira, and made life unbearable for Nigerians.
“No meaningful or impactful achievements can be made in the states until these harsh policies are addressed,” the forum said.
The governors urged the federal government to rethink its approach, particularly in stabilizing the exchange rate, controlling inflation, and supporting small businesses that have been severely affected by the economic downturn.
While noting the significant socio-economic, security, and infrastructural challenges confronting the country in the past year, the forum commended PDP governors for implementing policies that have helped to ease the suffering of the people, while laying a foundation for sustainable development.
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On security, the forum acknowledged the efforts of the nation’s armed forces and security agencies in maintaining law and order.
It however, raised concerns over the resurgence of non-state actors and violent criminal activities in different parts of the country.
“While we commend the gallant efforts of our security forces, we are deeply worried about the growing threat posed by bandits and other criminal elements,” the forum said, and called for a stronger security strategy to effectively combat these challenges.
The meeting also discussed internal party matters, particularly the position of the national secretary in the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC).
The forum expressed support for the existing court judgment on the matter and urged the NWC to begin its implementation.
“We reaffirm our commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that the decisions of the courts are respected,” the forum stated.
The governors also advised the NWC to reschedule the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting to March 13, 2025, to comply with legal and procedural requirements.
They expressed appreciation to the host Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and the people of Delta State for their hospitality and the smooth organization of the meeting.
The forum also commended the Delta State Government for its achievements in infrastructural development, environmental management, and empowerment of citizens of the state.
The PDP governor’s further called on Nigerians not to lose hope despite the current economic and security challenges.
“We want to assure Nigerians that the PDP remains committed to restoring our country to the glorious days of manageable cost of living, security of lives and property, and national prosperity,” the communiqué stated.
The governors also reaffirmed their dedication to good governance and their resolve to return the country to what they described as “a period of stability and progress.”
