Nigerian Youths For Atiku

NYFA LEADERS' ECONOMIC DIGEST

Episode 19

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​By NYFA Editors​

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The Doomification of Standing On Tinubu's Mandate: A Lamentable Dirge.

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In the rarefied realm of Nigerian politics, a melodious dirge has been penned, aptly titled "On your Mandate we shall stand." This sonorous lamentation, courtesy of the erstwhile vigilant Senate, now seemingly enthralled by the whims of a singular potentate, bespeaks a profound malaise afflicting the land. The once-vaunted checks and balances have given way to an eerie acquiescence, as the Senate now functions as a sycophantic appendage to the Tinubu administration, thereby facilitating a nascent one-party state, whilst standiing on Tinubu's Mandate.

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The refrain of this dirge echoes the soaring costs of living, a burden that weighs heavily upon the populace. The prices of staple commodities have skyrocketed, rendering the average Nigerian's existence a veritable tightrope walk. A bag of rice, once a humble staple, now costs a small fortune, a staggering ₦95,000 for a 50kg bag, a price that has increased by leaps and bounds since Tinubu's ascension to office. The cost of fuel, too, has become a Sisyphean task to afford, as Nigerians struggle to make ends meet. The Naira, once a proud currency, now languishes in value, a testament to the economic woes that plague the nation.

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The Doomification of Tinubu's Mandate has also brought about a precipitous decline in the purchasing power of Nigerians. The cost of transportation has become prohibitively expensive, with fares increasing by the day. A litre of petrol, once a relatively affordable commodity, now costs an arm and a leg, a price that has skyrocketed since Tinubu's administration took the reins. The nation's economy seems to be in a state of perpetual crisis, with no respite in sight.

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Furthermore, the Tinubu administration's seeming ineptitude in addressing the nation's economic woes has led to a situation where Nigerians are forced to make impossible choices. Do they prioritise feeding their families or paying their rent? Do they opt for expensive healthcare or forego medical treatment altogether? The Doomification of Tinubu's Mandate has brought about a Hobson's choice, where Nigerians are forced to choose between equally unpalatable options.

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The Senate's complicity in this state of affairs is a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked power. By abandoning their oversight functions, they have allowed the executive to run amok, unaccountable to anyone or anything. The result is a governance structure that is as dysfunctional as it is unresponsive. The Nigerian people are left to fend for themselves, struggling to survive in a system that seems designed to crush them.

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In this lamentable dirge, the Nigerian people are the chorus, singing a haunting melody of despair and desperation. Their voices echo the streets, a cacophony of discontent and frustration. The Doomification of Tinubu's Mandate has become a rallying cry, a call to action that demands a response from those in power. Will they heed the call, or will they continue to preside over the nation's descent into chaos?

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As the curtain falls on this tragic drama, one thing is certain, the Nigerian people will not be silenced. They will continue to sing their song of resistance, a powerful rebuke to the Tinubu administration's policies and a testament to their determination to hold their leaders accountable. The Doomification of Standing on Tinubu's Mandate may be a dirge, but it is also a battle cry, a call to action that will resonate for generations to come.