Former Military Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, on Tuesday in Minna, Niger State, expressed deep concern over the living conditions of Nigerians, stating, "The hardship in the land is getting out of control. Everybody is crying of this hardship and it seems to be getting out of control, people cannot afford three square meals, the issue of transportation, the hike in fuel, the hike in school fees for the children and the lack of funds in everybody’s pocket is making life difficult for everybody."