By Sumaila Ogbaje
Association of Good Governance in Nigeria (AGGN), a Civil Society Group, has challenged elected leaders at all levels to focus on good governance and innovative solutions to the nation’s challenges.
The Convener of the group, Dr Mohammed Abubakar, made the call in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja.
Abubakar while noting the detrimental impact of various political disputes particularly from within on governance, reminded elected leaders of their responsibilities to provide good governance and leadership to the people.
According to him, Nigeria is currently facing significant challenges, including high inflation, unemployment, insecurity, and various socio-economic issues.
“It is evident to all Nigerians that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, along with the 36 state governors and members of the National and State Houses of Assemblies, has been elected to provide good governance and leadership for a term of four years.
”Following this period, all Nigerians will partake in elections to either select new leaders or retain the incumbents.
“The Association of Good Governance in Nigeria observes with great concern the detrimental impact of political disputes and Machiavellian strategies on critical governance issues, particularly within the first two years of this administration.
“Nigeria is currently facing significant challenges, including high inflation, unemployment, insecurity, and various socio-economic issues. Addressing these challenges necessitates good governance and innovative solutions,” he said.
Abubakar expressed concern about the recent developments in Rivers State following the Supreme Court’s verdict, as well as the altercation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
According to him, there is the worrying issue of the kidnapping of Retired Brigadier Mahrazu Tsiga and Professor Abubakar el-Jumma from the Nigerian Army University, Biu.
“This is not the time to focus on who is leaving or joining the ruling APC; instead, we should prioritize providing good governance.
“The country is in urgent need of governance defined by accountability, efficiency, inclusivity, and equity, rather than political maneuvering.
“We earnestly urge the President and all elected officials to prioritize the delivery of good governance and to defer political activities until the appropriate moment arises.