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Deji Elumoye in Abuja

Former Senate Leader, Senator Ali Ndume, has advised President Bola Tinubu to desist from getting across to Nigerians through third parties or spokespersons.

Rather, he said the President should communicate directly with Nigerians about developments, especially issues affecting the economy and security challenges across the country.

Speaking with reporters after a closed-door meeting with Tinubu, the ranking Senator warned that the country’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship required urgent, coordinated action rather than filtered communication through aides or intermediaries.