Protests Could Have Unpredictable Endings, Shettima Warns Nigerians On #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Rally

The President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government has again urged the citizens to shelve the planned protests against bad governance in the country.

This time, the appeal was made by his Vice, Kashim Shettima, while speaking at a high-level meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

He stated that it was time to solve problems and not protest as the Federal Government announced its participation in the Grand Challenges Nigeria project, a global health initiative aimed at combating malnutrition and food insecurity in Nigeria.

Shettima acknowledged the hardship faced by Nigerians especially after removal of petrol subsidies, he however emphasised the need for constructive action over protest

“This is the time for us to solve our problems, not to protest. the right to protest is guaranteed in most democracies around the world, but when you can start the agitation, and you don’t know where it will end, it is a road to anarchy,” he said.

He stated that benefits would start coming for the fuel subsidy removal soon.

“We appreciate what Nigerians are going through, and our heart goes out to them. The oil subsidy has been an albatross on our neck for 50 years. Once the harvests start coming, we believe it will have a positive effect on the common man.”

“I wish to call on you to advocate for diplomacy, engagement, and patience. the president is very much committed to the Nigerian project but it’s like a percolation project.”

There has been anger in Nigeria over the state of the economy, already food inflation is estimated at 40.87% while general inflation has continued to surge.

This and many more infractions by the Tinubu-led Nigerian government has warranted the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest.

The protests are planned for August 1 to 10.