Former Kano State Governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has thrown his weight behind the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), commending the bishops for what he described as their courage and patriotism in speaking out on the country’s worsening socio-economic and security challenges.
In a statement, Kwankwaso said the concerns raised by the Catholic bishops over the rising cost of living, escalating insecurity, declining public confidence and the hardship confronting millions of Nigerians accurately reflect the daily realities faced by citizens across the country.
According to him, the bishops’ intervention was neither partisan nor isolated but a sincere expression of the experiences of ordinary Nigerians irrespective of region or background.
Kwankwaso lamented that despite Nigeria’s abundant human and natural resources, millions of citizens continue to grapple with economic hardship, unemployment, insecurity, poor access to quality education and healthcare, as well as shrinking opportunities for a better life.
He stressed that the nation’s mounting challenges require urgent, sincere and people-centred responses from those entrusted with leadership.
The former presidential candidate urged Nigerians to remain actively engaged in demanding accountability and good governance from leaders at all levels of government.
He called on citizens to continue constructively engaging the Federal Government and other public office holders whenever opportunities arise, advocating policies that prioritise national security, citizens’ welfare and sustainable economic prosperity.
Kwankwaso maintained that only through responsible leadership, transparency and collective commitment could Nigeria overcome its current difficulties and build a more peaceful, united and prosperous nation.
He concluded by praying for divine guidance and blessings for Nigeria, expressing hope that the country would emerge stronger through purposeful leadership and the collective efforts of its citizens.
