As protests continue across Nigeria, citizens are increasingly concerned about President Bola Tinubu’s perceived inaction.
There is a growing call for the President to demonstrate leadership by addressing the ongoing issues and responding to the protesters’ demands.
Former Minister Solomon Dalung has emphasized that the protesters’ demands go beyond seeking good governance; they are calling for increased accountability and transparency from the government.
Dalung highlighted that Nigerians are keen to understand how their resources are being utilized and are pushing for reforms that address the country’s pressing issues, including high unemployment, poverty, and inequality.
Dalung commended the protesters for their peaceful conduct and urged them to continue law-abiding actions.
He expressed support for their demands for economic reforms and an end to corruption.
Sam Ode, Program Manager at the International Organization for Peace and Social Justice (PSJ), described the protests as a peaceful expression of citizen grievances.
Ode praised the protesters for maintaining peace while articulating their demands, stressing that the government must address the root causes of the unrest rather than resorting to repression.
Ode warned that if the President does not address the protesters’ concerns, Nigerians have the capacity to continue their demonstrations until their voices are heard.
He urged the government to listen to the citizens and address their demands rather than focusing on suppressing the protests.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticized President Tinubu for his failure to address the nation amid the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests.
The PDP has called for an urgent address from the President to halt the protests, which have resulted in at least 16 deaths and numerous arrests.
In a statement, PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, expressed concerns that Tinubu’s silence is perceived as a sign of insensitivity to the plight of citizens.
The PDP has called for immediate action on several fronts, including reducing the price of petroleum products, stabilizing the naira, and addressing food security.
The PDP has also demanded a thorough investigation into the killings of protesters and the actions of security agencies.
They urged Tinubu to outline clear plans for reducing the cost of essential goods and improving the economy.
The party has proposed that the government focus on recovering stolen funds, reducing tariffs, and cutting unnecessary expenditures to address the nation’s economic challenges.
The ongoing protests and the growing demand for President Tinubu’s intervention reflect deep-seated frustrations among Nigerians over governance issues.
As the situation develops, the President’s response and actions will be crucial in determining whether the protests will subside or escalate further.
