The recent threat of the Katsina Elders’ Forum (KEF) to mobilize the north against President Ahmed Bola Tinubu over the unending economic hardship in the country, has received the backing of the Katsina Progressive Youths Alliance (KPYA).
Lamenting what it described as a collapsed economy and worsening insecurity, the Katsina Elders’ Forum had warned Tinubu to address the issues, including the federal government’s alleged persecution of its critics.
But an elder statesman, Justice Sadiq Abdullahi Mahuta, Galadiman Katsina, reportedly distanced himself from the KEF position, attracting the ire of the KPYA.
“We firmly stand with and fully endorse the principled position of the Katsina Elders Forum,” the group said in a statement on Sunday – yesterday, February 9 – and described Justice Mahuta’s stand as “deeply troubling.”
In the statement signed by the group’s spokesperson, Comrade Kabir Umar, KPYA said that “the Katsina Elders’ Forum has demonstrated remarkable courage and foresight in addressing the pressing issues confronting our nation.”
“Their resolve to mobilize against President Tinubu if he persists on this path of failure and repression reflects their unwavering commitment to patriotism and nation building as a people,” KPYA stressed.
“This is precisely the kind of leadership we need by leaders who prioritize the interests of the populace over political expediency.
“The KPYA stands firmly behind the Forum’s position and we believe that no leader should be granted a free pass to continue governing when their policies have led to widespread suffering and disillusionment.
“The time has come for us as a country when silence is no longer golden and we must hold our leaders accountable for their actions or inactions.
“Nigeria today faces unprecedented challenges. Poverty levels are at an all-time high, inflation continues to erode the purchasing power of ordinary citizens, insecurity threatens lives and livelihoods, and basic amenities like electricity remain elusive.
“Education and healthcare systems are in shamble, leaving millions without access to quality services.
“The KPYA observes that instead of addressing these crises head-on, the current administration has resorted to silencing dissenting voices and ignoring the plight of the masses.
“The persecution of individuals like Professor Usman Yusuf exemplifies this disturbing trend.
“We call on all the people of Katsina and beyond to let us unite in demanding better governance, greater accountability, and meaningful reforms.
“Together, we must ensure that our voices are heard and that those in power understand they serve the people, not themselves.
“Katsina youths remain committed to promoting positive change and uplifting the lives of our people and we reject the notion that Nigeria’s struggles are inevitable or insurmountable.
“Instead, we choose hope, resilience, and action. We call on all stakeholders to join hands in building a brighter future for ourselves and future generations.”
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