The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), says it will not participate in the planned ‘Take It Back Movement’, nationwide protest scheduled for Monday while suing for peace among the youths.
According to Abubukar, this is to allow the government to address the pressing issues at hand.
To this end, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has joined it’s voice calling on the organisers of the planned protest to rescind their decision, describing the timing of the demonstration as ill-conceived and mischievous.
The National President of NYCN, Isah Abubakar, made the call in a statement on Sunday in Kaduna said they reached their decision considering the fragile state of the country, particularly the Northern Nigeria, and the potential for further unrest.
Abubukar said, “We wish to stress the need to prioritise peace and unity during these critical times, urging Nigerian youths to explore alternative and non-violent means to express their concerns”.
“We are deeply concerned about the escalating tensions across various regions and the current socio-political climate.” he added
Abubakar stated that NYCN was committed to empowering and developing Nigerian youths, in spite of the frustrations and aspirations of young Nigerians.
In the light of the current situation, the nation requires calm, dialogue and patience rather than actions that could further destabilise the fragile peace many patriotic Nigerians are working hard to uphold,”Abubakar added.
The National President, however, said NYCN recognised the legitimacy of the grievances that led to the calls for protest.
He emphasized that peace and national stability should remain the highest priorities.
Reflecting on the not too long ago “End Bad Governance” protest, he said, the Council expressed concern over the loss of lives and property valued in millions of Naira.
Abubukar recalled that the protests were hijacked by hoodlums and miscreants. “No one desires a repeat of such tragic events,” he said
NYCN leadership urges young Nigerians to come together in solidarity, peaceful and constructive engagements that will foster lasting change. (NAN)
