Eid-El-Kabir: Hardship, insecurity, political crisis amount to a no-confidence vote on political leaders — Chief Imam of Benin
Sheikh AbdulFatai Enabulele Critiques Nigeria’s Ruling Class Amid Economic Hardship
Benin City, Nigeria — Sheikh AbdulFatai Enabulele, the Chief Imam of Benin, has expressed grave concerns regarding the current economic, security, and political challenges facing Nigeria, characterizing these issues as indicative of a profound lack of confidence in the nation’s leadership.
Speaking to reporters after the Eid-el-Kabir prayer on Wednesday, Enabulele urged government officials at all levels to develop policies aimed at enhancing the living standards of ordinary Nigerians. “Nigerians are suffering,” he stated, reflecting on the hardships many families face.
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The Chief Imam pointed to the rising incidents of internet fraud and other social ills among youth, attributing these issues to poverty, unemployment, and ineffective governance. “The situation is dire when children—our future leaders—are not safe. This is a failure of good governance,” he remarked.
Enabulele highlighted that the increasing economic difficulties have made it increasingly difficult for parents to provide adequate care for their children. “We are witnessing a lamentation in the land. Parents can no longer feed their children,” he added.
He noted the relationship between effective governance and citizen compliance with laws, asserting that when leaders implement sound and progressive policies, citizens are more likely to contribute positively to society. Conversely, he warned that “when the leadership is lawless, the people will be lawless.”
Enabulele also criticized the ongoing primary elections of political parties, lamenting that after more than two decades of democracy, free and fair elections remain elusive. “The wrong signals being sent by our political leaders will only lead to further despair among citizens,” he said.
He called on leaders to take responsibility and establish policies that genuinely improve the lives of Nigerians, warning that failure to do so could erode public confidence. “Since 1999, when we began practicing democracy, Nigerians have not had it good,” he stated.
In closing, Enabulele urged political leaders to emulate the values of sacrifice and devotion exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) for the betterment of the nation. He emphasized that the teachings of the Prophet are universal, aimed at promoting a better life for all.
“We must continue to work towards a better future. It appears we have strayed, and as a result, we find ourselves in this desperate situation,” he concluded.
