President Bola Ahmed Tinubu says Nigerian youths protesting against hunger and bad governance have been heard loud and clear.
Tinubu stated this in an early morning broadcast on Sunday to Nigerians.
On August 1, 2024, some Nigerian youths took to the streets to express displeasures over the policies of government that has “created hardship in the country.”
Chief among the demands of the protesters in the last three days of the protests, was the need for Mr Tinubu to reverse the government policy on fuel subsidy removal and naira devaluation.
But Tinubu in the speech said he understood the pain and frustration that drove the protests, assuring that the government is committed to listening and addressing the concerns of our citizens.
He was not specific about the demands of protesters on fuel subsidy and naira devaluation.
Tinubu further cautioned the protesters not to let violence and destruction tear the nation apart.
“We must work together to build a brighter future, where every Nigerian can live with dignity and prosperity.
“The task before us is a collective one, and I am leading the charge as your President. A lot of work has gone into stabilising our economy and I must stay focused on ensuring that the benefits reach every single Nigerian as promised.
“My administration is working very hard to improve and expand our national infrastructure and create more opportunities for our young people,” he said.
The president also warned the protesting youths against being used as a tool to disintegrate Nigeria.
“Let nobody misinform and miseducate you about your country or tell you that your government does not care about you. Although there have been many dashed hopes in the past, we are in a new era of Renewed Hope. We are working hard for you, and the results will soon be visible and concrete for everyone to see, feel, and enjoy.
“Let us work together to build a brighter future for ourselves and for generations to come. Let us choose hope over fear, unity over division, and progress over stagnation. The economy is recovering; Please, don’t shut out its oxygen. Now that we have been enjoying democratic governance for 25 years, do not let the enemies of democracy use you to promote an unconstitutional agenda that will set us back on our democratic journey. FORWARD EVER, BACKWARD NEVER!,” he admonished.
Tinubu concluded by calling on security operatives to maintain peace, law, and order in the country, by following the necessary conventions on human rights, to which Nigeria is a signatory.
“The safety and security of all Nigerians are paramount,” he said.
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