The Atum Humanitarian and Charitable Initiative has urged President Bola Tinubu's administration to take swift action to ease the growing hardship in the country. In a statement on Sunday, the organization’s Executive Chairman, Honourable Ismaila Yusuf Atus, highlighted how the rising cost of fuel has drastically weakened citizens' purchasing power.

Atus called for immediate government intervention to alleviate the suffering, noting that existing efforts have been inadequate. He also appealed to NGOs, business leaders, and wealthy individuals to unite and support struggling communities.

“The hunger is severe, and rising fuel prices have worsened the situation. Many can no longer afford basic necessities,” the statement read. “While we recognize the government's efforts, more must be done to reduce the hardships people are facing."

Atus also called on wealthy Nigerians to step up during this critical time, urging them to share their resources and support those in need, rather than hoarding wealth. Additionally, the Atum Initiative announced plans to raise N500 million to assist two million impoverished Nigerians.

This appeal follows the recent increase in petrol prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to N1,030 per litre, exacerbating the country’s economic challenges.