Ansar-Ud-Deen urges govt to implement people-focused policies

According to him, the meeting, held in line with provisions of the law regulating the association, had in attendance representatives from the society’s councils in the North and South.

Prince Kazeem stressed that while some reforms are necessary, their impact on citizens should be carefully managed.

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“Government must always ensure its policies have a human face. People are going through tough times. While efforts such as palliatives are commendable, more needs to be done to cushion the effects of economic realities,” he said.

He added that Ansar-Ud-Deen is not a political organisation but has an interest in good governance.

“What matters to us is good leadership. Whether Muslim or Christian, any leader who is fair, equitable and delivers dividends of democracy will have our support,” he said.

He reiterated the society’s commitment to supporting government efforts through its interventions in education, healthcare and community development, while continuing to advocate policies that improve the living conditions of Nigerians.

Also speaking, the ADSN National Missioner, Sheikh Abdurrahman Ahmad, attributed the country’s economic challenges partly to global developments, especially fluctuations in the energy market, which continue to drive inflation and increase the cost of living.

He noted that despite these external pressures, Nigeria should be better insulated from such shocks, stressing the need for deliberate cushioning measures to protect citizens from rising costs.

“We advise the government to look into policies that will not aggravate the already bad situation of the majority of Nigerians, but policies that will alleviate their suffering. Policies that will reduce inflation, that will increase employment opportunities, and policies that will ensure security of lives and properties. Of course we look up to continue improved service delivery,” he said.