Afenifere leader Fasoranti urges Tinubu to alleviate the agony caused by the elimination of fuel subsidies for Nigerians.

The Afenifere, a pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organization, has urged President Bola Tinubu to promptly alleviate the hardships faced by Nigerians resulting from the removal of fuel subsidy.

In a statement released on Thursday by Jare Ajayi, the National Publicity Secretary of Afenifere Worldwide, Pa Reuben Fasoranti expressed his congratulations to President Bola Tinubu on his triumph at the Presidential Electoral Petitions Tribunal.

The individual expressed that the ruling, which reaffirmed the legitimacy of the electoral triumph on February 25th, should be regarded not solely as evidence of an expanding democratic system within the nation, but also as a call to action for the current government to fulfill the numerous pledges outlined in the Renewed Hope manifesto that was presented to the Nigerian populace in 2022 and 2023.

The senior statesman additionally urged all relevant parties to prepare themselves for effective governance, enabling Nigerians to swiftly overcome their current hardships and witness enhanced standards of welfare. Simultaneously, the nation will embark on an accelerated trajectory towards achieving developed status.

Fasoranti expressed in his congratulations letter that the victory of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in the current presidential election instills a significant sense of optimism, emphasizing the imperative for him to fulfill the expectations of the Nigerian people.

Coincidentally, your written statement outlining strategies for revitalizing Nigeria aligns with my personal aspiration for a Nigeria that evokes a sense of collective pride.

 I already expressed this sentiment to you during your two visits to Akure last year. Based on the actions you have undertaken thus far, it is my belief that you are establishing a solid foundation for the advancement of the nation.

The implementation of restructuring and effective federalization should be considered as significant components of the necessary adjustments.

Fasoranti expressed appreciation for all the parties participating in the petitions, noting that their decision to seek legal recourse contributes to the advancement of democratic practices in Nigeria.

He stated, "As an illustration, the petitions provided the judiciary with the chance to issue significant declarations regarding certain crucial elements of our electoral legislation and provisions within the Constitution pertaining to electoral affairs."

The statements made by the distinguished justices provide further insight and enhance our understanding of the appropriate procedures to be followed in our election proceedings.

The senior statesman emphasized the need of lawmakers drawing valuable insights from the ruling, in order to enhance their decision-making in future election endeavors.

The individual expressed appreciation towards Nigerians, the judiciary, and all parties engaged in the judicial proceedings for their calm handling of the situation.