Ex-CAN chairman tells Tinubu Nigerians are growing poorer

Former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Samson Ayokunle, has criticized President Bola Tinubu, stating that many Nigerians are becoming poorer due to mounting taxes.

Samson Ayokunle, the former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has directly addressed President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the increasing poverty among Nigerians under his administration. According to Ayokunle, this deterioration is largely attributed to rising taxes that are burdening the populace.

The statement comes amid ongoing economic challenges in Nigeria, where various groups have voiced concerns over fiscal policies. Ayokunle, a prominent religious leader, emphasized the plight of ordinary citizens in his remarks, pointing to the direct impact of these policies on their livelihoods.

No further details on specific tax measures or responses from the presidency were provided in the available information. This criticism underscores tensions between religious bodies and government economic strategies.

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