The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has criticized the federal government’s decision to reintroduce the old national anthem, calling it a misuse of time and resources.

Governor Makinde emphasized that addressing the more critical issues affecting Nigerians is far more important than symbolic changes like a national anthem.

Speaking yesterday, the governor highlighted that Nigerians are struggling with hunger and economic instability, and urged the government to prioritize addressing these pressing challenges.

He stated that reverting to the old national anthem should not be a priority given the suffering of many Nigerians.

The governor said: “Our country is in a state of crisis, and we must act now.”

“Our people are hungry, our infrastructure is crumbling, and our economy is in shambles.”

“We should be focused on finding solutions to these problems, not wasting time and money on superficial changes like a new anthem.”

“We are at a point in Oyo State and our nation where we must prioritize economic development. As a country, we have to prioritize production, we have to be productive. There can be no production without mobilization.”

“Our strongest resource is our people. The training and education of our people is the best empowerment we can give them.”

“We have to keep on educating our people. Let them use their God-given talents to support what we are doing in Oyo State.”

Makinde called on the federal government to take immediate and decisive action to address the many challenges Nigerians are facing, stating that “We cannot afford to waste any more time.”

“Our people deserve better.”

“They deserve a government that is focused on their needs, not on distractions and empty gestures.”

“Let us put our resources and our energy where they are most needed, and let us work together to build a better, brighter future for all Nigerians,” he stressed.