Obasempire reports that President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to cancel their planned protests, asserting that measures are in place to ease hardships.
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Speaking at a National Council of Traditional Rulers meeting in Abuja on Monday, July 22, 2024, Tinubu, represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume, highlighted the importance of patience and support during this crucial time.
Tinubu criticized those exploiting the nation’s economic challenges to provoke protests.
He emphasized that instead of participating in demonstrations, Nigerians should exhibit patience and dedication to the success of the reforms.
He called on citizens to consider past instances where crisis and violence have endangered national unity.
He said, “We should learn from the experiences of countries like India and Sudan,” he said. “With over 200 million people, we cannot afford such discord.”
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The President highlighted the administration’s efforts to ease economic hardship, including the procurement of Compressed Natural Gas vehicles, the introduction of a student loan scheme, distribution of palliatives, and provision of agricultural inputs such as tractors and fertilizer.
He also affirmed the government’s commitment to addressing insecurity.
Tinubu appealed to traditional rulers to promote peace and convey this message to the youth and their communities.
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