Stop Weaponising Nigerians’ Pain — Matawalle Slams Amaechi Over Seditious Remarks
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle has condemned the recent remarks by former minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi who asked Nigerians to protest against the economic hardship ravaging the polity.
Matawalle disclosed this in a statement, signed by the ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike on Saturday.
Amaechi had expressed his disappointment over the complacency of Nigerians towards the worsening economic situation while noting that “people should be angry” and “there should be protests.”
His remarks appeared unacceptable to the presidency; the minister of state for defence had accused him of inciting violence and unrest among the populace.
The statement captured Matawalle’s warning to the former minister, urging him to desist from making inflammatory remarks that threaten the peace and stability of the nation.
The minister also expressed deep concern over the dangers posed by such rhetoric.
He said, “It is both reckless and irresponsible for a former public servant of Amaechi’s standing to incite Nigerians against their 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 Tinubu’s commitment to safeguarding the peace and security of every Nigerian, warning that any attempts to destabilise 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 noted.
“Matawalle cautioned Amaechi not to cast aspersions on the government’s genuine intentions for the people.
It is expected that Amaechi joins hands with the Government to move the country forward, rather he chose to stay aside with myopic assertions,” the statement stated.
Stop Weaponising Nigerians’ Pain — Matawalle Slams Amaechi Over Seditious Remarks is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
