In a media briefing held on Monday in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, the South-West Zone of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) issued a stern ultimatum.They declared that if Chief Bola Tinubu fails to alleviate the widespread hunger and economic distress plaguing the nation under his administration, they will take to the streets in 14 days.
The briefing, led by the zone’s coordinator and general secretary, Alao John and Sanni Sulaimon Olamide respectively, addressed the imminent economic crisis fueled by inflation, currency depreciation, and the unavailability of essential supplies vital for basic survival.
“The association is hereby issuing a 14-day ultimatum for President Tinubu to respond to our demands and implement concrete measures to tackle the cost of living crisis. Failure to do so will result in mass protest,” the group said. “NANS Southwest Zone D is going to mobilise students and citizens to take to the streets in large numbers.”
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The student group states that the economic decline has rendered basic survival necessities such as housing, food, and healthcare unattainable for numerous ordinary Nigerians.
“The impact of these economic pressures has been particularly severe on the average Nigerian, making it increasingly difficult to afford basic necessities such as food, shelter and health care,” Mr Alao said in his delivery.
“Many families are struggling to make ends meet, with stagnant wages and rising prices pushing them further into poverty,” he added.
The association tasked Mr Tinubu to immediately take concrete actions aimed at alleviating the living crisis.
“There is an urgent need for swift and decisive action to mitigate the impact of the cost of living crisis and restore hope and dignity to millions of struggling Nigerians,” Mr Alao said.