New National Anthem:Gov Makinde Blast Federal Government,Says There’s Hunger ln The Land.

Omoniyi Tunde

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has blasted the Federal Government over its decision of returning to the old national anthem and shifting it priorities towards addressing pressing issues such as hunger and poverty.

Makinde noted that the growing economic challenge facing the country should be the president priority as many Nigerians are suffering, adding that the new national anthem is a waste of time and resources.

According to the governor, the talks about the new national anthem, local government autonomy and others are not addressing what will broaden the nation’s productive base, stating that when the fundamental issues are addressed, economic development could be engendered.

He said, “Our country is in a state of crisis, and we must act now.Our people are hungry, our infrastructure is crumbling, and our economy is in shambles.”

“We should be focused on finding solutions to these problems, not wasting time and money on superficial changes like a new anthem,l want to call on the federal government to take swift and decisive action to address the country’s myriad challenges,as we cannot afford to waste any more time.”

“Our people deserve better,they deserve a government that is focused on their needs, not on distractions and empty gestures.Let us put our resources and our energy where they are most needed, and let us work together to build a better, brighter future for all Nigerians,” he submitted