Group commends Tinubu, proffers solutions to Nigeria’s challenges

By: Ade Phillips

A non-governmental organization, Grassroots Engagement For Good Governance, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his readiness to tackle corruption and insecurity bedeviling the country.

The convener of the group, Adeolu Charles Iwakun gave kudos to the president during a press briefing to address the state of the nation.

He also urged the president to invest substantial resources to tackling security by deploying high-end technologies such as CCTV and tracking devices that can effectively aid security agent’s efforts in tracking, apprehending and prosecuting criminals. “This will help achieve a more secured Nigeria” he said.

Iwakun noted that “the National Orientation Agency (NOA) should rise up to responsibility. The imperativeness of educating and sensitizing Nigerians cannot be overemphasized. Anti-kidnapping crusades that dispel the notion that kidanappiing is lucrative should be stepped up so that young Nigerians would understand that Kidnapping is not a legitimate means of livelihood.

“The need for jobs creation and empowerment programmes for idle youth should be prioritized as a matter of emergency. Employment must be gainful so that idlesness will reduce, hence curbing crime to the barest minimum.

“We recommend continuous training and empowerment of security officials to ensure they are fully equipped to protect lives and property. It is essential to provide them with the necessary human resources and encourage their dedication and commitment to their duties.

“We advocate for the adoption of vocational education as intergral part of our education system. Also every Nigerians should be mandated to acquire vocational education as post secondary qualification before they proceed to tertiary institutions. It will not only provide the needed skills to our youth but also contribute to our economic development. A highly skilled workforce will enhance our gross domestic product evaluation and lead to a prosperous nation.

“Grassroots Engagement for Good Governance stands ready to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and work collaboratively to transform Nigeria. We believe that by working together, we can build a more secure, prosperous, and socially just nation.