Betta Edu: Reinstate Suspeneded Minister – Lagos Traders Tell Tinubu

• Lagos leaders urge Tinubu to reinstate Dr. Betta Edu, praising her for addressing economic suffering.

• They stress the importance of meeting Nigeria’s social intervention needs.

• Upholding human dignity and social justice is crucial to avoiding inequality cycles.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Traders, women, youths, and religious leaders in Lagos State have united in their plea to President Bola Tinubu to reinstate Dr. Betta Edu, the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.

They believe Edu’s youthfulness and passion-driven approach will alleviate the suffering of Nigerians amidst economic hardship.

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In discussions with Leadership, traders at the Isheri/Olowora market in the Kosofe Local Government Area expressed unanimous support for Edu’s reinstatement, emphasizing the significant impact her support had on their community. Alhaja Modupe Taiwo, the group’s leader, highlighted the importance of Edu’s contributions in aiding traders who were struggling to make ends meet.

Taiwo underscored to President Tinubu that addressing Nigeria’s social intervention needs is not merely an act of kindness but a strategic investment in human capital and national development. The group appreciates the President’s efforts but believes that Betta Edu’s return is essential for their swift recovery.

She said: “Poverty, malnutrition, and inadequate healthcare and education hinder individuals’ productivity and potential, thereby stifling economic growth and perpetuating cycles of underdevelopment.

“On the other hand, investing in social intervention programmes yields substantial returns in the form of improved health outcomes, increased educational attainment, and enhanced workforce participation.”

Also speaking, the Chief Imam of Agbure Central Mosque at Ojodu Abiodun, Lagos State, Salaudeen Olore, stated that at the heart of the argument for meeting Nigeria’s social intervention needs lies the moral imperative to uphold human dignity and social justice.

He said: “Betta Edu deserves better because for the short while that she came to the political limelight, she has paid her dues.

“Every citizen, regardless of their socioeconomic status, deserves access to basic necessities such as food, shelter, healthcare, and education. Poverty, hunger, and lack of access to essential services not only undermine individuals’ quality of life but also erode the social fabric of the nation.”

Olore warned that by failing to address these pressing needs, Nigeria risks perpetuating cycles of inequality and marginalisation which further widen the gap between the privileged few and the disenfranchised many.

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“And as it stands, the suspended Minister knew her onions, so am calling on President Tinubu to bring back the woman, Dr Betta Edu, so she can continue her good work,” he added.

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