The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to abide by the pronouncement of the Supreme Court on the naira swap.

The group’s director, Ishaq Akintola, made the appeal in a statement on Saturday in Lagos.

He lamented that Nigerians had faced starvation and hardship due to the policy, leading to psychological trauma.

Mr Akintola called on the presidency to call the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to order without further delay.

“It is obvious that this institution has failed to effectively distribute the new notes as well as monitor its disbursement to members of the public.

“Apart from this, Mr President must find a way of abiding by the decision of the Supreme Court, which earlier ruled that the old and new currencies should run parri passu,” he said.

He also appealed to Nigerians to exercise patience.

“This cup will pass. Any resort to violence will only cause more harm to the poor masses and struggling businessmen and women,” he said.

He called on religious leaders to intensify prayers for the nation.

“Prayer points should include peaceful 2023 elections, smooth transition, political stability and economic buoyancy for our dear country, Nigeria,” he said. 

(NAN)