- The Jigawa State chapters of the unions cited the state government’s efforts to alleviate the suffering of the common man as the reason for their withdrawal.
- The state government has initiated empowerment programs such as FADAMA CARES, which benefits thousands of poor and vulnerable people.
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), student unions, and other civil society groups have withdrawn their participation in the planned mass protest initially set for August 1, 2024.
This decision was announced by the leaders of the unions’ Jigawa State chapters during a town hall meeting held on Monday at the Government House in Dutse.
The town hall meeting provided a platform for the unions to engage with key stakeholders and explore ways to collaboratively address economic challenges facing the state.
Additionally, the meeting aimed to discourage citizens from engaging in activities that could harm the nation.
According to them, the state government is doing its best to alleviate the suffering of the common man; therefore, the planned mass protest has no basis in Jigawa State.
They explained that the state government has initiated various empowerment programmes that are touching the lives of the masses at the grassroots level, including FADAMA CARES.
According to them, “The project employs a scientific and unbiased mode of selecting beneficiaries irrespective of their social differences, and under the programme, thousands of poor and vulnerable people are directly benefiting.”
“Government is also employing youth, increasing scholarships for students, and ensuring the payment of salaries and other benefits.”
State Commissioner of Police, CP A.T. Abdullahi, noted that Jigawa is the most peaceful state in the nation, therefore, there is a need to maintain the tempo.
He explained that most protests are being hijacked by criminals who don’t want good for the country.
“The process will be taken over by undesirable elements, leading to a crisis,” the CP said.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting the lives and properties of the citizens.