Maku Points Out North-South Divide As Critical Challenge To Nigeria’s Development

Maku Points Out North-South Divide As Critical Challenge To Nigeria’s Development....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking to journalists in Abuja after receiving a fellowship award from the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Maku expressed concern about the pervasive political violence in the North. He lamented that when political rhetoric pits one region against another, such as North versus South, it creates significant problems for national unity……… CONTINUE READING

Maku called upon Northern governors to prioritize addressing insecurity, which he emphasized as a major obstacle to the region’s development. He highlighted the impact of insecurity on agriculture, noting that when farmers cannot tend to their fields, food production declines, leading to increased living costs.

“If I were a governor in the North today, my primary focus would be to ensure peace in my state,” Maku asserted. He criticized the prevalence of violence, terrorism, and banditry in the North, stressing that these issues have severely affected Nigeria’s socio-economic stability.

Maku also underscored the importance of leadership in fostering unity and urged leaders to unite the nation through inclusive policies. He called for improved economic management, particularly emphasizing the need for effective monetary policies to stabilize the Naira and support local industries.

“In the current dispensation, we must manage the economy effectively to alleviate the hardships faced by our people,” Maku stated. He warned about the consequences of a depreciating Naira, which could discourage local production and compel businesses to relocate from Nigeria.