The Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde has identified with protesting Nigerians saying it is their civil rights.
While pointing out the reason for the protest as widespread anger and hunger across the country, the Governor, used the opportunity to caution residents in the state to avoid destroying government facilities.
Makinde stated this on Saturday at the grand finale of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Week, organised by Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII)
Recall that August 1 has been fixed as the day for a nationwide protest against hunger across the country.
He reminded the audience at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Ibadan, the state capital, that the money used for the constructions of the facilities is not his but the residents.
“Nigeria could be in this situation for now. We could be experiencing anger and hunger in the land and that is why our people want to protest.
“Yes, protest is everybody’s right. But remember that we used your money to build all the structures and facilities we have put in place in this state, not mine.
“So, if you want to protest, it must be peaceful.
“If you begin your protest, don’t destroy government properties, otherwise, we will have to use the money we are supposed to spend on meaningful projects to replace facilities that may get destroyed.” He said
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