First Lady Aisha Buhari Apologises to Nigerians Over Economic Hardship Since 2015

First Lady Aisha Buhari Apologises to Nigerians Over Economic Hardship Since 2015

  • Aisha Buhari, the First Lady of Nigeria has appealed to Nigerians to forgive the present administration for the economic hardship the country is facing
  • The First Lady said that there is a need for all citizens from every walk of life to join hands to ensure the country gets out of the challenges
  • According to Aisha, the current economic woes of the country can be seen affecting various sectors of the economy including health, education and many others

Nigeria's First Lady, Aisha Buhari on Friday, September 30, apologised to Nigerians over the persisting economic hardship faced across the country since the administration of her husband, Muhammadu Buhari.

The Punch reports that Aisha made the apology while speaking at the 62nd Independence Day Special Juma’at prayer and Public Lecture themed ‘Shura: The Islamic Foundation of True Democracy’ at the National Mosque Conference Hall in Abuja.

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Aisha Buhari, Muhammadu Buhari, President Buhari-led administration, economic hardship for all Nigerians
The wife of President Muhammadu Buhari has asked Nigerians to forgive her husband's administration for bringing hardship to the people. Photo: Aisha Buhari
Source: UGC

She noted that while the present administration has not been a perfect one, there is a need for all, including traditional and religious leaders to work together for a better Nigeria.

All Nigerians must work together to end the hardship

The First Lady also called on Nigerians across the country to pray for a successful election and transition programme as the Buhari-led administration is making its exit from office.

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Her words:

“The regime might not have been a perfect one, but I want to seize this opportunity to seek forgiveness from the Ulamas and Nigerians in general. We all need to work together to achieve a better Nigeria.
“Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, it is also noticeable that our Naira is being evaluated and the foreign exchange rate has affected our economy causing a lot of hardship and difficulties in terms of education, health and other day-to-day activities of our citizens.”

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The First Lady is expected to lead a team of about 1,200-member women's campaign wing of the party ahead of the 2023 general elections.

Senator Oluremi Tinubu is to serve as the chairman while Hajiya Nana Shettima will serve as co-chairman.

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On his part, a member of the House of Representatives, Olubukola Oyewo, has said that APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu possesses the leadership acumen to bail the country out of its current challenges.

Oyewo made the remark in a statement released by his media office on Monday, September 26 in Abuja.

He said Nigerians need a leader with wisdom, sagacity and ingenuity to manage and address the various problems facing the country.

Source: Legit.ng

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