SHELVE YOUR ACTION IN NIGERIA’S INTEREST, SPEAKER APPEALS TO PROTEST PLANNERS 30-07-24
By Sadiq Aminu The Speaker House of Representatives Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, has appealed to the planners of the nationwide protests, especially the Nigerian youth, to shelve their action in the interest of the country and its citizens.
Dr. Abbas who noted the frustrations and reservations of the Nigerian youth, said the President Bola Tinubu administration is not relenting in its efforts to bring succour to Nigerians.
The Speaker said the House of Representatives has taken measures to continuously engage the youth to hear their earnings and aspirations with a view to addressing them.
“I address you today with a heart full of empathy and a deep sense of duty. We are living through challenging times, and I want to acknowledge the difficulties that many of you, especially our youth, are facing. The economic pressures, social uncertainties, and other related concerns weigh heavily on our nation.
“Your frustrations and reservations are not lost on us. We hear your cries for change, for a better and more equitable Nigeria. I want to assure you that these concerns are taken with the utmost seriousness by the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. We are committed to listening, engaging, and working with you to find sustainable solutions to the issues that confront us.
He explained that government has initiated several policies and programs aimed at addressing the needs and aspirations of the youth.
According to Dr. Abbas one of such initiatives is the introduction of student loans to ease the burden of educational expenses and ensure that no Nigerian youth is denied the opportunity to pursue their academic dreams due to financial constraints.
The Speaker added that Tinubu-led administration has also made significant strides in providing access to funds for young entrepreneurs through various schemes, such as the Consumer Credit Scheme, designed to support innovation and enterprise.
“In addition, we are focusing on job creation and skills development. Programs aimed at enhancing employability and creating sustainable livelihoods are being prioritised. We are committed to ensuring that the Nigerian youth are not just jobseekers but job creators.
“I also want to highlight the efforts of the House of Representatives in this regard. We are in the process of developing formal legislative mechanisms to ensure continuous engagement and dialogue with our youth. We believe that your voices must be heard, and we are creating platforms for regular interaction to build consensus on the way forward.
Dr. Abbas while emphasizing on the need for the youth to embrace dialogue noted that nation-building is a collective task. He reaffirm the commitment of the House of Representatives to stand with the youth, work with you, and to ensure that the future Nigerian youth is bright.