President Tinubu Calls for End to Protests and Dialogue

In a nationwide broadcast on Sunday morning, President Bola Tinubu urged protesters to suspend further protests and engage in dialogue, saying his administration is ready to listen to and address their concerns. He acknowledged that he has heard their calls "loud and clear."

Key Points:

- President Tinubu called for an immediate end to the nationwide protests.

- He expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with protesters.

- The 10-day planned protest, which began on Thursday, turned violent, resulting in 17 reported deaths.

- The protest was primarily against the rising cost of living and hunger.

- President Tinubu emphasized the need for unity and collective effort to reshape Nigeria's destiny.

Full Statement:

"I hereby enjoin protesters and the organisers to suspend any further protest and create room for dialogue, which I have always acceded to at the slightest opportunity. The country requires all hands on deck and needs all citizens, regardless of age, party, tribe, religion or other divides, to work together in reshaping its common destiny." - President Bola Tinubu

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