The Nigerian government has hit back at the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governors for comparing the country’s economic situation to that of Venezuela, saying they are part of the problem and not the solution.
In a statement issued by Mohammed Idris, the minister of information, the government said the PDP governors were mischievous and false in their claims, and urged them to focus on their own responsibilities and cooperate with the federal government to boost the economy.
”The PDP governors did not conduct themselves in a manner befitting their roles as leaders. They are supposed to be major players in driving economic growth and prosperity for our citizens in their respective states, but they have failed to pay salaries, pensions, and minimum wage,” the statement read.
The government also challenged the PDP governors’ assertion that Nigeria was heading towards a Venezuela-like crisis, saying the country’s economy was still strong and resilient, and expected to grow by 3% this year.
”Our situation is nowhere near what is happening in Venezuela. The Nigerian economy is meeting financial obligations to lenders at home and abroad. The Nigerian government is running effectively, and our government can pay all its bills while maintaining a healthy trade balance with trading partners worldwide,” the statement added.
The statement further praised the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu for addressing the economic challenges facing the country, and called on the PDP governors to join hands with the federal government to deliver good governance and development to the people.