Amaechi questions Nigerians’ silence despite economic hardship

Oct. 9, 2024 - Punch Newspapers

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has expressed his disappointment at the way Nigerians are responding to the nation’s current economic challenges, stating that he had expected more visible reactions from citizens, particularly the youth. In an interview with Igbere TV, Amaechi lamented the high cost of living, rising fuel prices, and other economic pressures.

Amaechi, who served as Minister of Transportation for nearly eight years under the Muhammadu Buhari administration, has been vocal about his concerns regarding the current state of the economy. Amaechi pointed out that there has been no significant pushback from the public despite the soaring cost of living.

Using Edo State as an example, Amaechi questioned whether politicians should be campaigning at all, given the state of the economy...