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Lagos Government Commends Peaceful Protests and Announces New Relief Measures
The Lagos State Government has praised the peaceful nature of recent protests across the State. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu highlighted that this is the ideal behaviour for Lagosians.
In a statement released by Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, it was noted that while business activity had slowed in some areas due to concerns about potential violence, the feared disruption did not materialize.
Lagosians demonstrated a commitment to peaceful protest while expressing their grievances about the widespread hunger.
The Federal Government’s response to the food crisis includes opening the National Grains Reserve and suspending import duties on food items, which is expected to help address food shortages and lower prices.
Additionally, the state government plans to reinstate Sunday Markets with a 25% discount on food items and continue its free medical outreach, which will provide no-cost treatment to thousands.
The 25% discount on transportation fares and other relief measures will also persist.
Given the actions taken by both Federal and State Governments, it is suggested that the protesters consider ending their demonstrations, as their concerns have been acknowledged.
The statement also commended the professionalism of security agencies, including the Lagos State Police Command, the Department of State Services, the Military, Civil Defence, and local organizations, for maintaining peace during this period.
Lagosians are encouraged to resume their activities with confidence, assured that security forces will ensure the safety of the State and the smooth operation of businesses.
Nigerian news analyst, Mahmud Jega, has shared his opinion on the recent airstrike carried out by the United States in Nigeria, stating that Nigerians should not blame President Bola Tinubu for the incident.
Jega made this statement during a recent interview, where he said he does not believe many people will hold the Tinubu administration responsible, as Donald Trump had issued threats against Nigeria long before Tinubu’s administration.
“No, I don’t think many people will blame the Tinubu administration for what is happening now because President Donald Trump, when he first made the threats, it was clearly not in coordination with the Tinubu administration or the government of Nigeria,” Jega said.
It has been reported that the United States carried out an airstrike targeting ISIS in the northwest region of Nigeria. The order was reportedly given by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
“Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS terrorist elements in northwest Nigeria,” Trump said.
He added, “I have previously warned these terrorists that if they did not stop the slaughtering of Christians, there would be hell to pay, and tonight, there was.”
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared the holiday dates for the festive season.
Thursday, December 25 will be observed as Christmas Day, December 26 as Boxing Day, and Thursday, January 1 as New Year’s Day.
The declaration was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. He also added that Nigerians should celebrate the holidays in faith and pray for the nation.
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