‘Embracing Peaceful Resolution: A Call to Cancel the Planned Protest’
By Abaniwo Ciwon Nathaniel
We, the Rehoboth Community Advancement Initiative (RECAN), are compelled to express our deep concern regarding the planned protest scheduled to take place Nationwide on 1st of August, 2024. While we acknowledge the right to peaceful assembly, we strongly believe that the current socio-economic climate demands constructive engagement rather than embarking on protest that often ends in destructive confrontations.
While we do understand the frustrations and grievances that have led to this planned protest, we strongly believe that Nationwide protest can never be the solution to our problems.
We urge all stakeholders to prioritize the safety and well-being of the masses particularly the vulnerable groups by:-
1. Canceling the planned protest to avoid putting them in harm’s way
2. Prioritize dialogue and negotiation over confrontation in the name of protest.
3. Seek solutions that promote national unity and progress.
4. Protect the lives, properties, and interests of all Nigerians.
5. Engage in constructive conversation to address grievances.
6. Prioritize the safety and well-being of all citizens.
We also use this medium to call on:
1. Protest organizers to consider alternative, peaceful channels for expressing grievances.
2. Security agencies to maintain law and order while respecting human rights.
3. Government officials to engage in inclusive, transparent dialogue addressing pressing issues.
Finally, Let us choose the path of peace, understanding, and collective progress for a better Nigeria. Bearing in mind that, together we can build a more harmonious and prosperous Nigeria of our collective dreams.
Dcn. Abaniwo Ciwon Nathaniel
Executive Director
Rehoboth Community Advancement Initiative (RECAN)
