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The controversy trailing Rotimi Amaechi’s recent political comments has continued to escalate as the Reformed Arewa Youth Council of Nigeria, RAYCN, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, IGP, and the Department of State Services, DSS, accusing him and ex-Sokoto governor, Attahiru Bafarawa, of plotting to destabilize Nigeria. DAILY POST had earlier reported that RAYCN
Amaechi: Arewa youths petition IGP, DSS over alleged threat to national stability
The controversy trailing Rotimi Amaechi’s recent political comments has continued to escalate as the Reformed Arewa Youth Council of Nigeria, RAYCN, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, IGP, and the Department of State Services, DSS, accusing him and ex-Sokoto governor, Attahiru Bafarawa, of plotting to destabilize Nigeria.
DAILY POST had earlier reported that RAYCN accused Amaechi, a former Rivers State governor, and Bafarawa of plotting to destabilize President Bola Tinubu’s government.
It would be recalled that, at a conference on strengthening democracy in Nigeria on January, Amaechi said Nigerians must brace up and be willing to make sacrifices if they are to take power from Tinubu.
Amaechi, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who served as Minister of Transportation during the government of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, stressed that Tinubu would not give up power easily, and as a result, the people should be prepared for a struggle.
“The only way Ibrahim Shekarau (ex-Kano State governor) became governor was because people lined up. It happened in Ghana before the election of the last President. Two days, a lot of us were called to intervene. But why did they do that? The people were ready to die.
“You are talking and abusing everybody. Nobody has power and will give it to you — not even me. If you want a pastor as President, go and get one. The politician is there in Nigeria to steal, maim, and kill to remain in power.
“If you think Tinubu will give it to you, you are wasting your time,” Amaechi said.
In the petition forwarded to the IGP and the DSS, the Arewa group said Amaechi and Bafarawa are planning a series of mass protests across the northern region, starting from Bafarawa’s village and spreading to Sokoto, Zamfara, Kano, Kebbi, Kaduna, and Katsina states.
According to the petition signed by RAYCN national president, Bilal Abdullahi, the protests, disguised as expressions of grievances over hunger and economic hardship, aim to incite chaos and undermine the credibility of Tinubu’s administration.
Urging the security agencies to intervene, the Arewa group described the alleged plot as a “treasonous activity” that must not be tolerated in any democratic society.
The group called for an investigation into the plot and those behind it, noting that their actions constitute a clear threat to national security.
“Despite Nigeria’s economic challenges, which stem from past misgovernance by figures like Amaechi and Bafarawa, President Tinubu has demonstrated a commitment to resolving these issues.
“His support for industrial growth, food security, energy stability, and investment show his dedication to long-term prosperity for all Nigerians. Citizens cannot afford for this to be jeopardised.
“Amaechi and Bafarawa are not interested in national progress. Their goal is to plunge Nigeria into a crisis that will enable them to bargain for relevance.
“They do not care about the millions of Nigerians who will suffer from the economic downturns that may arise from instability.
“They do not care about the investors who will be discouraged, the businesses that will be affected, or the security threats that may emerge from their unreasonable reckless actions.
“Consequently, we urge the security agencies to investigate this plot and those behind it. If their behaviour continues unchecked, it might be disastrous for our nation’s peace and harmony because they are actively gathering resources to carry out their evil schemes, which is no longer just conjecture but verified intelligence.
“Every nation has laws that safeguard its sovereignty, and Nigeria must not be an exception. Amaechi and Bafarawa must be held accountable for their attempts to manipulate the populace into causing anarchy.
“Their actions constitute a clear threat to national security, and the full weight of the law must be brought upon them,” the statement said.
Amaechi: Arewa youths petition IGP, DSS over alleged threat to national stability
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