04/08/2024
Nigerians will soon witness the practical impact of the government's reforms, Tinubu assures.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for Nigerians through hard work and dedication.
This comes as the President announced that the reforms initiated by his administration are nearing fruition and will soon be "visible and concrete for everyone to see, feel, and enjoy."
In a Sunday morning national broadcast, President Tinubu responded to the ongoing demonstrations against bad governance that have affected many regions of Nigeria.
In his address, President Tinubu appealed to protesters and their leaders to suspend all future protests and create an opportunity for meaningful discussions.
"I speak to you today with a heavy heart and a sense of responsibility, aware of the turmoil and violent protests unleashed in some of our states, he said.
"Notably among the protesters were young Nigerians who desired a better and more progressive country where their dreams, hopes, and personal aspirations would be fulfilled.
"I am especially pained by the loss of lives in Borno, Jigawa, Kano, Kaduna, and other states, the destruction of public facilities in some states, and the wanton looting of supermarkets and shops, contrary to the promise of the protest organizers that the protest would be peaceful across the country. The destruction of properties sets us back as a nation, as scarce resources will be again used to restore them.
"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.
"Under the circumstances, I hereby enjoin protesters and the organizers to suspend any further protest and create room for dialogue, which I have always acceded to at the slightest opportunity.
Tinubu added, "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."