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Atiku Backs Nationwide Protests Against Hunger and Hardship

Eaglessightnews reports that the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has thrown his weight behind the planned nationwide protests against hunger and widespread hardship in the country, scheduled to begin on August 1.

Government’s Attempt to Suppress Protests Futile – Atiku

Atiku slammed the government of President Bola Tinubu for attempting to suppress the protesters, saying it was an exercise in futility.

Atiku’s Statement

Atiku said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the rights of citizens to protest are ENSHRINED in the Nigerian Constitution and AFFIRMED by our courts. Section 40 of the 1999 Constitution (as altered) unequivocally guarantees the right to peaceful assembly and association.

“Chasing shadows and contriving purported persons behind the planned protests is an exercise in futility when it is obvious that Nigerians, including supporters of Tinubu and the ruling APC, are caught up in the hunger, anger, and hopelessness brought about by the incompetence and cluelessness of this government.

“It is deeply ironic that those who now seek to stifle these rights were themselves leading protests in 2012. A responsible government must ensure a SAFE and SECURE environment for citizens to exercise their constitutionally guaranteed rights to PEACEFUL PROTEST. Any attempt to suppress these rights is not only unconstitutional but a direct affront to our democracy.”

Nigerians Unite Against Hardship

The planned protests have brought together Nigerians from all walks of life, including supporters of the ruling APC, to demand action against hunger and hardship.

Reason Why Atiku Backed the Nationwide Protests

Atiku backed the nationwide protests because he believes that the government’s attempt to suppress the rights of citizens to protest is unconstitutional and an affront to democracy.

Government’s Reaction

The government has yet to respond to Atiku’s statement and the planned protests.

Protests Scheduled to Begin August 1

The nationwide protests are scheduled to begin on August 1, with Nigerians expected to take to the streets to demand action against hunger and hardship.