Be patient with Tinubu, investment expert tells Nigerians

An entrepreneur and investment expert, Dominic Joshua, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience and restraint as hunger protests begin on Thursday.

He emphasised the need to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration, which he described as responsive and committed to driving positive change in the country.

Joshua, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Cultivate Africa, made this known in a statement on Wednesday.

He reminded the public of the devastating consequences of the EndSARS protests, which led to the destruction of businesses and infrastructure.

“The negative consequences of EndSARS are still fresh in our memories. We must avoid any actions that could lead to further destruction,” he said.

He highlighted the recent measures taken by the Federal Government to alleviate economic pressures, such as the suspension of import duties and taxes on essential food items to address hunger.

Moreover, Joshua pointed out a strategic move by the government to bolster the local currency and promote domestic economic activities.

“The Federal Government has instructed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company to sell crude oil to the Dangote Refinery exclusively in naira. This initiative is designed to strengthen the naira and stimulate the local economy,” he noted.

The investment expert commended the Tinubu administration for its prompt responses to emerging issues, citing recent examples as evidence of the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of the populace.

“Just yesterday, when sim cards were blocked, the President immediately instructed the NCC to unblock them. This kind of swift response is unprecedented,” he said.

He highlighted several significant achievements of Tinubu’s government such as the removal of fuel subsidies, unification of the naira’s exchange rate, the 2023 Electricity Act signed into law to decentralise electricity generation and distribution, and initiatives such as distributing 42,000 metric tons of grains and promoting dry season farming have injected significant funds into the economy and created jobs in the agricultural sector.

Joshua implored the populace to be patient and supportive of the President.

“Let’s not allow hooligans to hijack protests and destroy lives and properties. We need to give President Tinubu a chance to implement his vision. His government is one of the most responsive we’ve ever had. Let’s support Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in driving the positive change we all desire,” he concluded.