A member of the House of Representatives, Alhassan Doguwa, has urged Nigerians to hold their state governors accountable for the country’s problems, rather than blaming the federal government alone.
Doguwa, representing Kano’s Doguwa-Tudun Wada federal constituency, acknowledged the country’s economic, social, and security challenges but emphasized the role of governors and local government councils in addressing these issues.
He called on Nigerians to demand accountability from their governors, who are responsible for providing basic amenities and ensuring security in their states, according to Peoples Gazette.
Doguwa also condemned the recent looting and vandalism during protests, advocating for a democratic approach through dialogue to resolve issues peacefully.
He noted that the current economic crisis is not unique to Nigeria and requires a collective effort to solve.
The lawmaker assured that President Bola Tinubu and other leaders are willing to listen to advice and suggestions, encouraging Nigerians to engage in constructive dialogue rather than violent protests.
“I admit that there are issues. I agree with the Nigerian people that we have some itching problems, economic, social and other problems. However, I want to say that the problems bedevilling our society are not for the federal government alone to address.
“The governors are involved. Our local government councils are involved and some other agencies of government which are also fully funded to undertake their constitutional responsibilities are also involved.
“This is why the governors are called chief security officers of their respective states, and they must be held accountable for protecting the lives and properties of their people.” stated the legislator.
He continued, “So, for me, it is a collective responsibility, and as such, not right to continue to blame the federal government. While I am not holding brief for the government, I agree that our people are really facing a lot of problems, and the government must be held responsible for that.
“People must understand that the problems we are facing today and the way to go about finding solutions to them does not lie on the shoulders of the federal government alone. We all have to contribute, whether as individuals, organisations, or associations, to solve our problems for the good of all.”
The lawmaker stated that President Bola Tinubu and other national leaders, including the governors, were ready to listen to advice and suggestions.
“This is the democratic approach that I am talking about, as against taking sticks and other dangerous weapons to the street, destroying public offices, vandalising and looting shops in the name of protest.
“This will not mean well for you. It will also not mean well for the society, and the government will not condone such acts,” he said.
