The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has expressed deep concern over the worsening state of the nation under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. In a statement, Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Comrade James Ezema, said the administration’s policies have led to renewed hardship, deepening poverty, and growing insecurity.

Comrade James Ezema further stated that the CNPP believes Nigeria has reached a critical juncture and therefore calls for a declaration of a state of emergency on insecurity. “There must be a renewed and better integrated national security strategy that involves the armed forces, police, local communities, and civil society,” James Ezema said.

The CNPP also urged the President to end the culture of favoritism in appointments and reinvigorate anti-corruption agencies with fresh leadership and genuine independence. James Ezema said, “Budget transparency must be prioritized, and civil society must be allowed to monitor public spending and procurement processes without obstruction.”

Comrade James Ezema further called for a declaration of a state of emergency on unemployment, saying, “A new, coordinated national plan must be created to absorb millions of jobless youths through skill acquisition, agro-industrial projects, digital training, and support for small and medium enterprises.” James Ezema also recommended the launch of a National Youth Empowerment Corps to create jobs across key sectors and rebuild the dignity of work.

The CNPP also expressed concern over the state of the electricity sector, education, and healthcare, calling for urgent reforms and increased funding. Comrade James Ezema said, “The current power sector framework must be renegotiated and enforced with performance-based benchmarks. Government should invest in renewable energy solutions to serve off-grid communities and reduce pressure on the national grid.”

The CNPP’s call for urgent correction comes as Nigerians continue to struggle with the harsh economic realities and insecurity. The organization’s recommendations aim to realign the government’s priorities with the needs of the Nigerian people.