Atiku Writes Tinubu Govt As Nationwide Protest Enters Day 2

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has characterized the current nationwide protests against economic adversity as of considerable importance.

In the same vein, he has called upon the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led government to listen to the citizens’ grievances and to lower its demeanor, emphasizing the necessity for a genuine dedication to fulfilling the protesters’ demands.

Abubakar noted that the protest has established a crucial avenue for the public to voice their dissatisfaction with governmental policies.

In a statement on his social media platform on Friday, the presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election commended the protesters for their conduct, which he described as commendable and worthy of praise for their restraint and commitment.

Furthermore, he has implored the security forces to identify and neutralize the elements within the protest who are resorting to violence and theft.

Atiku wrote: “The commencement of public protests across the country yesterday is noteworthy. These demonstrations have opened a vital channel for the public to express disapproval of government policies, furthering the essential conversation about good governance in our nation.

“For the most part, protesters have conducted themselves with admirable peace and must be commended for their restraint and dedication. However, in some isolated instances, there have been reports of violence, leading to regrettable clashes and brutalities by the police.

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“I urge the protesters to maintain their peaceful stance and call on more Nigerians to show solidarity and support for the #EndBadGovernance peaceful protest. This is a pivotal moment for our collective voice to be heard, and it must be done with dignity and respect for the law.

“I also call on the police to engage more professionally in managing these protests. The needless killing of innocent citizens by security agencies is unacceptable. The police must refrain from the molestation of journalists who are merely reporting the protest. It is imperative that security agencies exercise restraint while enforcing law and order.

“Security agencies are encouraged to identify and isolate the minority elements who are resorting to violence and looting, ensuring that the actions of a few do not tarnish the majority of peaceful protesters.

“To the government, I admonish you to heed the voices of the people and come down from your high horses. It is time to demonstrate a sincere commitment to addressing the demands of the protesters. The nation cannot afford further days of unrest; let this be the moment where leadership listens and acts with integrity and urgency.”