Bwala Says Hunger and Poverty Claims Are Opposition Talking Points

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Presidential adviser Daniel Bwala said claims about widespread hunger and poverty have become popular opposition talking points amplified by parts of the media. He made the remarks during a television interview after being asked about reports that more Nigerians have fallen into poverty in recent years. The comments have drawn criticism from people who say they dismiss the economic hardship many households are facing. In a separate remark, presidential adviser Bayo Onanuga said the Federal Government had increased the minimum wage and that he did not see the level of hunger Nigerians were reporting.

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