President Bola Tinubu on Sunday addressed Nigerians on the ongoing nationwide protests against hardship. DAILY POST reports that Nigerians, particularly youths, commenced a nationwide protest from August 1 to demand an end to the lingering food crisis and other economic hardship bedeviling them.
Addressing the situation, Tinubu in his speech, expressed sadness over the development and called for immediate suspension of the demonstration. Full Speech: '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. '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.
In conclusion, security operatives should continue to maintain peace, law, and order in our country following the necessary conventions on human rights, to which Nigeria is a signatory. The safety and security of all Nigerians are paramount. 'Thank God -- and Thank you for your attention, and may God continue to bless our great Nation. Thank you very much'.
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