From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has urged lawmakers from the northern part of the country to represent the interests of their constituencies.
During a courtesy visit to Senator Ndume, the National Coordinator of CNG, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, expressed the group’s commitment to backing the lawmaker’s efforts to challenge the controversial bills.
Charanchi noted that the visit aimed to exchange ideas on effective strategies to oppose the reforms at various levels.
According to the leading political pressure group, any lawmaker who discards the interests of his people by supporting the bills would be treated as a dangerous outcast deserving of collective censure and opprobrium.
The CNG added that such despicable, mischievous, and reckless rascality from legislators, particularly those from the North, is an all-out affront to the collective interest and dignity of the region, which the group is determined to preserve and jealously guard.
The group stressed that this is not the time for policies that could further cripple the already struggling economy and increase the burden on Nigerians.
“Any senator from the region who supports these bills is betraying the trust of their people. We urge our lawmakers to critically assess the implications of these reforms and prioritise the interests of the common people over foreign influence or personal gains.”
The CNG charged members of the House of Representatives to ensure that the bills not only do not pass the second reading but are also unanimously rejected and abandoned in the lower chamber.
CNG reiterated its commitment to holding public officials accountable and ensuring that the voices of the people are heard. The coalition vowed to intensify its advocacy until the proposed bills are completely rejected or outrightly withdrawn.
Senator Ndume commended the CNG for its proactive role as a vibrant political pressure group dedicated to protecting the interests of the common people.
He assured the delegation of his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights and welfare of his constituents in the National Assembly, pledging to act without fear or favour.