Tinubu aide blames population size for economic hardship
President Tinubu's media adviser Daniel Bwala explained today that Nigerians are still experiencing economic hardship due to the country's large population of over 230 million and limited resources. Speaking on Arise TV, Bwala defended the administration's economic reforms as 'slow, steady, and consistent,' attributing current difficulties to population-resource imbalance rather than failed policies. The government has reportedly increased revenue allocations to states, which Bwala claims has already resulted in tangible impacts on citizens. He highlighted specific interventions including the NELFUND student loan scheme (over 1 million beneficiaries), CNG transport initiative, and healthcare subsidies for procedures like cesarean sections and dialysis. Bwala maintained that all government policies are targeted at the poor, though he acknowledged concerns about the slow pace of change. 'Growth will have to be slow,' he stated, emphasizing that reforms take time to translate into visible improvements in people's daily lives. With the country still battling corruption and economic challenges, how do you balance patience for long-term reforms against immediate need for improved living conditions?