President Bola Tinubu has called for the suspension of the #EndBadGovernance protest, which started on August 1 and is expected to end on August 10.
The protest has been hijacked in some states, resulting in the looting and damage of government and private properties.
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In a nationwide address on Sunday, Tinubu expressed sadness over the turmoil and violent protests in some states, including Borno, Jigawa, Kano, and Kaduna.
He commiserated with the families of those who have died in the protests and emphasized the need to stop further bloodshed, violence, and destruction.
The President stated, “As President of this country, I must ensure public order. In line with my constitutional oath to protect the lives and property of every citizen, our government will not stand idly by and allow a few with a clear political agenda to tear this nation apart.”
He urged protesters and organizers to suspend further protests and create room for dialogue, which he has always acceded to at the slightest opportunity.
Tinubu emphasized that Nigeria requires all hands on deck to work together in reshaping the country’s destiny.
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He warned those who have taken advantage of the situation to threaten any section of the country, saying, “The law will catch up with you. There is no place for ethnic bigotry or such threats in the Nigeria we seek to build.”
Tinubu also highlighted his administration’s efforts to make life better for Nigerians, citing the recent approval of the new minimum wage.
