Sultan, CAN call for end to nationwide protests, demand govt action
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’adu Abubakar III, and the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, have jointly called for an immediate cessation of the nationwide protests against economic hardships that have erupted across Nigeria.
This appeal, made through a statement signed with the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), Prof. Cornelius Afebu Omonokhua, comes amid escalating violence and destruction associated with the demonstrations.
The Sultan, who also serves as the President-General of the Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), expressed concern over the potential for the protests to spiral into uncontrollable violence.
He urged protest leaders, their supporters, and other key stakeholders to cease hostilities and engage in dialogue to address the underlying issues.
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In his appeal, the Sultan emphasized the importance of national stability, stating, “We should all understand that there must be a stable country called Nigeria before we can proudly call ourselves Nigerians.”
He also called on Imams and Muslim leaders to promote peace and calm within their communities, particularly as the significant day of Jumu’ah approaches.
Archbishop Daniel Okoh and NIREC echoed the Sultan’s sentiments, noting that while the protests began peacefully, they have since escalated into violence, resulting in significant loss of life and property damage.
The NIREC statement urged citizens to end the protests and allow the government the opportunity to address their grievances.
The statement also called on security agencies to act with professionalism and restraint while managing the protests.
It urged the government to expedite actions to meet the demands of the citizens, including addressing economic hardships and ensuring peace and stability in the country.
The leaders emphasized the need for a peaceful and stable environment to prevent further destruction and ensure the nation’s prosperity.
They urged Nigerians to support efforts to resolve the issues through dialogue and constructive engagement with the government.
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