With vehement protests against poor administration engulfing Nigeria, President Tinubu’s silence hits every Nigerian who has endured bad governance as a slap in the face. The #EndBadGovernment movement is an amalgamation of all forces wailing for change but it receives immense vacuity from the presidency. The question on everyone’s lips is: why?
From Lagos streets to the alleys of Kano, protesters from major regions in Nigeria, including the northern states are on the move. They brave extreme sunshine, tear gas and even beating to justify their presence in these protests that sometimes turn violent. But Tinubu’s response? He would rather remain mute; whatever he has done means nothing at all.
Is President Tinubu ignoring these demonstrators or is he just chasing after power? It just shows how ingrained such an attitude within authorities has become – impunity rules here.
In the north, protesters have faced violent attacks from thugs and security forces, yet they persist. They demand an end to the insecurity that has ravaged their communities, an end to the poverty that has stifled their growth, and an end to the corruption that has denied them their rightful place in Nigerian society.
People are asking for a new agreement that focuses on their needs, dreams, and happiness. However, the government, stuck in its own pride and focused on protecting itself, doesn’t seem ready to listen.
I see the sadness of mothers who lost their children due to police violence, the anger of young people without jobs, a future, or hope. And I see a president who prefers to eat with his friends instead of addressing the problems of his people.
As a protester said, “We’re not just fighting for ourselves; we’re fighting for our children’s future. We’re fighting for a Nigeria that works for everyone, not just the rich few.”
Tinubu’s silence is not just ignoring people; it’s like declaring war on the Nigerian people. It’s a message that says, “I don’t have to be accountable, I’m above the law, and I don’t care about your struggles.” This attitude has ruined our country, and it’s time we recognize it for what it is.
