Residents of Mayana Ward in Gusau, Zamfara State, have expressed mixed reactions after Councillor Abubakar Muhammad Tahir shared bags of charcoal and charcoal pressing irons as “empowerment” support.
According to reports, the items were aimed at assisting petty traders and strengthening small businesses in the community. While some beneficiaries appreciated the gesture, others questioned whether such giveaways can truly tackle rising economic hardship.
The move has reignited debate over the type of empowerment programmes introduced by public officials across Nigeria. Critics argue that many initiatives appear symbolic and short-term rather than sustainable.
As conversations trend online, Nigerians continue to ask whether empowerment should prioritise lasting economic solutions over temporary relief.
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