Amid Nigeria's ongoing economic struggles, Bishop Matthew Kukah of the Sokoto Diocese has castigated the distribution method of palliatives intended to alleviate the nation's hardships. Following the removal of fuel subsidies and implementation of various economic policies, governments at all levels have initiated palliative measures, including food distribution to the vulnerable.
In a Channel TV's Sunday Politics interview, Kukah criticized the current distribution system, asserting that the intended recipients often fail to receive aid due to rampant misappropriation of funds. He condemned the spectacle of Nigerians queuing under the scorching sun for aid that often fails to materialize, highlighting pervasive corruption within the system.
Beyond the issue of palliatives, Kukah emphasized the urgent need for national healing, attributing Nigeria's fractured state to broken promises and unfulfilled dreams. He decried the country's landscape littered with abandoned projects, symbolizing the extent of its brokenness.
Calling for an end to insecurity as the first step towards healing, Kukah urged for decisive action to address the rampant violence plaguing the nation. He stressed that Nigerians aspire to reclaim their lives and livelihoods, emphasizing the importance of restoring security to enable ordinary citizens to resume their daily activities.
Amidst mounting challenges, Kukah refrained from solely attributing blame, advocating instead for a collective examination of missed opportunities and a concerted effort towards national restoration.
