The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Engr Ade Adetimehin says urged organizers of the ongoing nationwide protest in the country to toe the path of dialogue.
Adetimehin in a statement on Friday said for economy to be rebuilt, it usually comes with it’s concomitant pains, adding that Nigeria is currently passing through such a phase, which would be short lived.
“It is my sincere appeal, therefore to Nigerians to exercise restraints over planned protest, and embrace dialogue.
“In our part of the world, peaceful protest, that is a fundamental right, is mostly hijacked by agents that are not acquainted with the demands of the organizers, to unleash more pains on law-abiding citizens, by looting and destructing of property with crude recklessness.
“History recalls that nations which disagree violently and declare wars, still come back to the round table for peaceful resolution of issues.
Adetimehin further appealed to the organizers to set up a team that would interface with the Federal Government, and look into their demands, for plausible resolutions.
“Any protest that is infiltrated will lead to destruction of lives and property, and can set us decades back, in terms of infrastructures and national healing.
“The current cost of living, notwithstanding, the All Progressives Congress led federal government has made some notable progress in laying solid foundation for the nation’s economic rebirth. We need to exercise patience and show more understanding to reap the gains.
“I wish to appreciate all members of the party, and indeed the residents of the Sunshine State for their understanding of the situation. I assure you that the government will continue to prioritize welfare of our people, and development May God prosper Nigeria!,” Adetimehin concluded.
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