Mabel Makun, the wife of comedian Ayo Makun, has expressed her concerns about the current state of the country, particularly the challenges posed by the exchange rate, which is affecting businesses.
She lamented the increasing prices, which are making life more difficult for an average person who can no longer afford basic necessities. Mabel also mentioned parents resorting to home tutors as they withdraw their children from schools due to rising costs. She concluded by highlighting the general increase in the cost of living and asked, “What is the way out?”
Mabel’s sentiments echo the frustrations of many Nigerians who have been grappling with economic challenges, rising costs, and dwindling purchasing power. Various celebrities, including Iyabo Ojo, Wumi Toriola, and Kemi Afolabi, have also spoken out about the difficulties faced by Nigerians due to inflation and government policies.