President Bola Tinubu has appealed to protesters not to “shut out” the oxygen of the country’s economy as it is on its way to recovery.
During his nationwide broadcast this morning, the President acknowledged that the protests are driven by economic hardship but assured that his government is “committed to listening and addressing” the concerns of all Nigerians.
“My administration is working diligently to improve and expand our national infrastructure and create more opportunities for our young people.
Do not let anyone misinform you about your country or claim 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 future generations. Let us choose hope over fear, unity over division, and progress over stagnation. The economy is recovering; please, don’t cut off its lifeline. Now that we have enjoyed 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,” he said.
