The National Peace Committee (NPC), chaired by former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd) and convened by Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, has announced plans to hold a national stakeholders' meeting in Abuja on September 26, 2024. The meeting aims to address Nigeria's current socio-economic and political challenges.
This decision comes in response to the public discontent and nationwide protests over economic hardships and hunger. The committee noted that the 2023 general elections had raised hopes for positive change, with a significant increase in voter registration. However, the results have exacerbated regional and ethnic tensions, and many Nigerians feel the government's policies have not yet improved their lives as expected.
The NPC sees the meeting as an opportunity for frank discussions between key stakeholders and the government, aiming to present solutions that can help bridge the gap between the authorities and the people, addressing the country's pressing concerns.