Under Tinubu's govt 70 million Nigerians will be employed in less than six months, Says APC Chieftain

Eric Patrick

Hon. Obidike Chukwuebuka, a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that with the swearing in of ministers, President Tinubu is set to take 70 million Nigerians from poverty.

Hon. Obidike stated that moving Nigerians out of poverty is a multifaceted and complex issue that requires a comprehensive approach and President Tinubu has taken measures to eradicate poverty from Nigeria through the appointment of competent patriots with character and capacity as Ministers of the federal Republic.

The just concluded swearing in of ministers took place at Abuja the Federal capital territory in the early hours of today, THEWATCH AFRICA reports.

He further said that President Tinubu is making sure there is employment opportunities for every Nigerian.

According to him, developing the agricultural sector can drastically reduce poverty, as a considerable portion of Nigerians rely on agriculture for their livelihood. Investing in irrigation infrastructure, mechanization, modern farming techniques, and providing access to credit for farmers can enhance productivity and increase incomes.

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He stated that Tinubu is committed to enhancing the quality and accessibility of education which is crucial for breaking the cycle of poverty which includes students loans, providing scholarships and incentives for students from low-income backgrounds with emphasis on vocational and technical education to equip individuals with marketable skills.

Hon. Obidike assured that President Tinubu is committed to creating a favorable business environment that are essential for poverty reduction by providing support to small and medium-sized enterprises, attracting investments, and diversifying the economy to reduce reliance on oil.