Northern CAN Warns Tinubu As Hardship Deepens

The Christian Association of Nigeria in the northern region has expressed concern that Nigerians are fast losing patience with President Bola Tinubu’s government as hardship, insecurity, and uncertainty continue to spread across the country.

The association made its position known during a weekend gathering in Kaduna, where its leaders reviewed the state of the nation.

The concern was raised by Rev. Yakubu Pam, who chairs the body across the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory. He noted that daily struggles faced by citizens are becoming unbearable, stressing that no one can deny the reality of the economic situation. His comments reflected the growing frustration among ordinary Nigerians who are battling rising prices, joblessness, and insecurity.

The association acknowledged that the president inherited tough economic and security challenges, but urged him to act with urgency. Tinubu is said to be putting effort into stabilising the economy and pushing for infrastructural development, but the pace of progress remains too slow for citizens weighed down by hardship. The group believes that good intentions alone are not enough and must be matched with practical results.

Northern CAN also raised alarm over the growing insecurity in many parts of the country. According to the association, many communities are still under constant threat from bandits, kidnappers, and violent groups, leaving citizens without safety. It called for stronger action from the government to restore peace and security, pointing out that ordinary people cannot continue to live in fear.

On security reforms, the association openly backed the creation of state police. It described the move as the best way forward in tackling local threats but advised that strong laws must be put in place to prevent governors from using such forces for political gain. This support adds weight to the growing national debate on decentralised policing.

The association also directed attention to the next general elections in 2027, calling on the government to ensure the process is transparent and credible. It stressed that only an election free from manipulation and interference will restore trust among Nigerians and guarantee stability in the future.

In its closing remarks, Northern CAN urged the president to stay committed to his promises but warned that citizens cannot wait forever. With hardship rising and insecurity still troubling many communities, the association believes that quick and bold decisions are the only way to calm growing frustrations across the country.