By Segun Awofadeji
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) known as Rebuild Arewa Initiative for Development (R.A.I.D) has kicked against the August 1st to 15th proposed nationwide protests by a group, #EndBadGovernance, against the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The group in a statement issued by Comrade Bitako Abubakar Umar, Director Strategic Communications and Publicity of the group which was made available to journalists in Bauchi on Wednesday, opposed the protest, saying that the demonstration would not yield a solution to the difficult situation facing the country.
While acknowledging the socio-economic hardship many Nigerians are experiencing at the moment, including economic challenges, insecurity and social unrest, the group however cautioned that the genuine desire for progress might be hijacked by those with ulterior motives.
According to the release, "Even though we know that grievances through protests is a democratic right, it is not the most reliable or effective means to resolve issues. We also believe that protests alone will not provide the solutions we seek or crave for. So, we call on Nigerians, particularly our youths to channel their strength and wisdom towards dialogue and constructive engagement.
"The fact remains that protest is a fundamental right of every Nigerian citizen as enshrined in the constitution of the country, but it is evident that beyond genuine complaints, recent calls to protest have been highly sensationalised, carrying political undertones", the group declared.
According to the release, "Government policies that are favourable if well implemented will favor the citizens. These policies include, the recent Supreme Court judgement on Local Government Autonomy and the attempt to establish Local Government Independent Electoral Commission and Students Loan Schemes.”
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