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Rather than confronting the fundamental realities of Nigeria’s economic crisis, attention often appears to be diverted toward demands and policy proposals that may further strain an already fragile economy. The recurring agitation for increases in the minimum wage, while understandable in the face of rising inflation and declining living standards, has not produced the expected improvement in the welfare of ordinary citizens. Instead, the economy continues to experience significant challenges, including currency depreciation, escalating inflation, declining industrial productivity, and widespread unemployment.

In a twist no one anticipated, the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago became a hotbed for a potential COVID-19 outbreak. Democrats, who were gathering for their first major in-person …