By Dinah Uwese
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In a move to address the growing concerns of Nigerian youths, President Bola Tinubu has appealed to them to cancel their planned national protest over the high cost of living, assuring them that their grievances are being taken seriously and addressed.
A Plea to Shelve the Protest
According to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who spoke with State House correspondents after meeting with the President at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President Tinubu has urged the youths to shelve their planned protest, stating that there is no need for it.
Government’s Commitment to Addressing Grievances
The President assured the youths that he has heard their grievances and is working tirelessly to ensure that all their concerns are addressed. He emphasized that his administration is committed to placing the country’s economy in a good position, not just for today but also for the future.
Quotes from the Minister
“We discussed the issue of the country in general, and Mr. President has asked me to again inform Nigerians that he listens to them, especially the young people who are trying to protest,” the Minister said.”Mr. President said he listens to them and takes what they say seriously, and he is working assiduously to ensure that this country is good not just for today but also for the future.
“The Issue of the Planned Protest
Regarding the planned protest, the President stated that he does not see any need for it and has asked the youths to await the government’s response to all their pleas. He assured them that he has listened to their concerns and is working to address them.
Additional Context
The planned protest is part of a growing movement among Nigerian youths to express their dissatisfaction with the high cost of living and the state of the economy. The movement has gained momentum in recent weeks, with many youths taking to social media to express their frustrations.
Legal Battles
In a related development, the face-off between Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayou Onanuga, and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, took a new twist yesterday. Obi’s lawyers wrote to Onanuga, demanding N5 billion and an apology within 72 hours for accusing him and his supporters of high treason in allegedly being masterminds of the planned “EndBadGovernance” protest. Similarly, former presidential aspirant and Labour Party chieftain, Professor Pat Utomi, challenged Onanuga to produce evidence of his involvement in the planned protest or face N500 billion litigation.
Conclusion
In conclusion, President Tinubu’s appeal to the youths to shelve their planned protest is a clear indication of his administration’s commitment to addressing their grievances. The government’s assurance that it is working to address the concerns of the youths is a positive step towards finding solutions to the challenges facing the country.