Shehu Sani calls for discontinuation of nationwide protest

From Femi Oyelola, Kaduna

Kaduna State Senator, who represented the Central Senatorial District in the 8th Assembly, Comrade Shehu Sani has urged protesters to discontinue the nationwide protest to save lives and properties of citizens.
Reacting to what he described as an unfortunate development, Senator Sani, in a tweet on X, said the situation where hoodlums have hijacked the protest wa unacceptable.
While expressing disappointment over the manner hoodlums hijacked the protest and destroyed the properties of innocent citizens in Kaduna; Kano and other parts of the country on day one of the protest, he advised those willing to encourage the continuation of the protest, especially in the north to reconsider their stands based on potential danger ahead.
“With scores dead, hundreds injured, and properties worth billions of Naira belonging to private businesses and Government destroyed by hoodlums, mostly in Northern states, those wishing to encourage the continuation of this protest, especially in the North should reconsider.
“ At our end, it’s violent protest without visible leadership and must be discontinued,” stated.
According to him, the protest constitutional rights of Nigerians should be peaceful and without any threat to life and property.
He however commended the proactiveness of the security agencies in the state for their quick intervention.
In the statement via his X handle, Senator Sani pointed out curious patterns in protest participation, raising questions about the motivations and historical consistencies of different regions, with his comments sparking discussions about the complex interplay of regional politics, economic concerns, and public demonstrations in Nigeria.
Speaking further about the current situation, he noted the apparent absence of protests in the South East, despite what he perceives as support for the cause among many South Easterners.
He adds, this observation highlights the complex political landscape of the region and raises questions about the factors influencing public demonstrations there.
He, however, commended Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani for the proactive measures taken so far to calm raging nerves in the state, adding that dialogue and consultation are two instruments that have always helped in any crisis.