- Bemoans Effects On Poverty, Cybercrime
From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged the Federal Government to address the growing issues of poverty and hunger in Nigeria. He emphasized the difficult and challenging times Nigerians are facing and called on political leaders to fulfil their responsibilities to protect and improve the living standards of the people.
Speaking at the first quarterly meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja, the Sultan highlighted the severity of poverty and hunger, stating that some people are driven to commit crimes for as little as N500. He appealed to the government at all levels to take action and improve the lives of Nigerians.
The Sultan also addressed the issue of corruption, stating that it has become deeply ingrained in Nigerian society and needs to be tackled effectively. He suggested commissioning research to understand the root causes of corruption and develop effective solutions.
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, co-chair of NIREC, emphasized the role of religious leaders in combating corruption and cybercrime. He encouraged them to speak out against these issues and work together to build a more just and ethical society.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, acknowledged the challenges faced by Nigerians and the government’s efforts to address them. He highlighted the importance of collaboration between the government, religious leaders, and citizens to fight corruption and cybercrime.
The EFCC Chairman, Mr Ola Olukoyede, represented by the Director of Media and Publicity, Wilson Uwajerem, presented a stark picture of cybercrime activities among young people in Nigeria. He emphasized the need for collective action to address this issue and prevent further damage to the country’s reputation and security.