By SUMAILA OGBAJE

The Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly (NEYGA), has announced its withdrawal from the planned nationwide protest by some groups over the prevailing hardship in the country.

This is contained in a statement by the Publicity Secretary of the group, Malam Ibrahim Dan-Musa, on Sunday in Abuja.

Dan-Musa called on Nigerian youths and student bodies to give President Tinubu more time to implement his economic reforms.

He also urged Nigerians to give Tinubu a chance, adding that they saw hope and a sense of possibility that should not be ignored.

According to him, the group comprising minority tribes in Northern Nigeria, acknowledged that the current challenges are a legacy of the former administration, which they didn’t protest against at the time.

“They now recognise that protesting may jeopardise national unity.

“The group also commend the Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Audu, for his plans to restart the Ajaokuta Steel complex’s light section mill.

“This is expected to produce 400,000 metric tons of iron rods annually, addressing road construction and building collapse issues,’’ he said.

Dan-Musa said that Nigeria had faced difficult times, periods of unrest, and moments that tested its resilience, adding that the nation had endured and survived.

According to him, it is time to look toward a promising future, appealing to other Arewa groups to acknowledge that Nigeria’s challenges were a shared responsibility.

He said that Tinubu needed more time to implement his plans for the country, adding that the current reforms offer hope for a better future.

He added that Tinubu’s presidency had presented fresh opportunity for transformation and paving the way for a better future.

These changes are seen as substantial, forming the foundation for a more secure, prosperous, and just nation.

“We are witnessing the dawn of a new era, where mistakes are acknowledged and rectified, and the people’s voices are heard. Now is the time to unite, support the reforms, and hold our leaders accountable.

“Let’s engage in constructive dialogue, participate actively, and ensure our leaders know we are vigilant and invested in our collective future. We must become active participants in shaping our destiny.

“Hope is a powerful force. Let’s embrace it with a commitment to making our nation better for all.

“We owe it to ourselves, our children, and the memory of those we lost. Let’s give President Tinubu the time and support needed to implement these vital reforms.

”Let us watch with open minds and hearts, ready to contribute and collaborate, and together, we can forge a new path for our nation to rise and soar,” he added. (NAN)

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