President Tinubu Advocates for Peaceful Protests, Warns Against Infrastructure Damage

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has spoken on the importance of peaceful protest, stressing his concern for the potential damage to infrastructure, especially public transport. Highlighting the past burning of buses, he emphasized how such destructions hinder social and economic progress in the country.
According to reports, He said:

“We are not afraid of protests. Our concern is the ordinary people, and the damages that will be done. Till today, I cannot forget the brand new 60 and 100 seater buses, that were burnt down, and we are now complaining of transportation.
That is the problem.”

This statement reflects the need for caution when engaging in civil demonstrations, as the repercussions can be far-reaching, affecting the wellbeing of ordinary citizens.

The President has also reflected on his past involvement in protests, but highlights the crucial difference of peaceful activism. Emphasizing the importance of nonviolence, he indicates that his protest was a form of democratic expression without causing harm or destruction to others. By advocating for nonviolent protests, President Tinubu is reminding citizens of their responsibility to express dissent while ensuring the preservation of critical resources that support daily life in Nigeria.