By Chuks Oyema-Aziken
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has described as reckless and irresponsible recent statements by former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, calling for protests over the economic challenges in the country.
Matawalle speaking through the Director of Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, Henshaw Ogubike warned the former Minister to resist from
inciting violence and unrest among the Nigerian populace.
He said “It is both reckless and irresponsible for a former public servant of Amaechi’s standing to incite Nigerians against their own government.
“At a time when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working tirelessly to address the challenges facing the nation through various reforms that are yielding results.
“It is absurd, preposterous and shameful for anyone to exploit the genuine situation of our citizens for selfish political gain.”
The Minister further reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu commitment to safeguarding the peace and security of every Nigerian, warning that any attempts to destabilize the country through incitement will not be tolerated.
“We will not allow anyone to fuel violence or manipulate the prevailing situation of our people. Let this serve as a final warning to Amaechi and his cohorts.
Matawalle cautioned Amaechi not to cast aspersions on government genuine intentions for the people.
“It is expected that Amaechi joins hand with the Government to move the country forward, rather he chose to stay aside with myopic assertions.”
