JUST IN: Kogi State Pulls Out of Nationwide Protest

Kogi State Pulls Out of Nationwide Protest
In a surprising move, the Kogi State Government has announced that it will not be participating in the nationwide protest against economic hardship scheduled for August. The decision comes amid growing tensions and political maneuvering as various groups and individuals react to the country’s economic challenges.

The Coalition of Concerned Northern Youths and Students in 19 Northern states recently announced their withdrawal from the planned nationwide protest, citing undisclosed reasons. This decision has sparked speculation about the motivations behind the withdrawal and its potential impact on the protest’s effectiveness.

Meanwhile, the Kogi State Government has taken a firm stance against the protest, advocating for the “Not-In-My-State” movement to discourage violent demonstrations. In a statement released by the state’s commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the government emphasized the need for responsible citizenship and support for the government’s efforts to address the country’s economic challenges.

“As responsible citizens, there is a need to queue behind the efforts of the government at all levels to deal with the issues challenging our well-being frontally,” said Fanwo. “But a protest at this point is an attack on the foundation of our rebuilding process and an attempt to throw the nation into the darkness orchestrated during the #EndSars destruction and carnage.”

Fanwo also pointed to the government’s economic stimulus efforts, stating that they have injected incentives to address the challenges facing the country. However, some opposition figures have expressed disappointment, as they believe the economic recovery could undermine their campaign against the ruling party.

Despite the government’s stance, the Kogi Unity Forum has rejected the government’s position and vowed to come out in large numbers to participate in the protest. This division within the state highlights the complex and nuanced nature of the issues at hand.

The nationwide protest, initially planned to address economic hardship, has become a focal point for political maneuvering and differing opinions on the best way to address the country’s challenges. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the various stakeholders will navigate this complex landscape and what the ultimate impact of the protest will be.