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KATSINA” Katsina Youths under the aegis of Katsina Progressive Youths Alliance (KPYA) have rejected the position taken by Justice Sadiq Abdullahi Mahuta (Galadiman Katsina) disassociating himself from the stance of the Katsina Elders Forum (KEF).
This is contained in a statement by Comrade Kabir Umar, the group’s spokesperson made available to Daily Independent in Katsina on Sunday.
“We firmly stand with and fully endorse the principled position of the Katsina Elders Forum, which has vowed to mobilize against President Tinubu if he continues to persecute critics like Professor Usman Yusuf and fails to address the critical challenges such as insecurity, collapsed economy among others in the country”.
According to him, KPYA finds it deeply troubling that Justice Mahuta has chosen to distance himself from the concerns raised by the KEF of which he is a part of. Thus, KPYA, is asking: Is Justice Mahuta satisfied with the current state of extreme poverty, rampant inflation, perpetual insecurity, constant electricity shortages, declining standards of education, and a crumbling healthcare system?
“Is he delightful with the Nigeria’s collapsing economy? Does he believe that these failures are acceptable or justified? By disassociating himself from the Forum’s position, is Justice Mahuta suggesting that despite all these failures, President Tinubu deserves another term in office just like that? Are we to understand that he condones the persecution of critics who dare to speak truth to power? If so, we must question whether such a stance aligns with the values of justice, fairness, and accountability”.
He said in contrast, the KEF has demonstrated remarkable courage and foresight in addressing the pressing issues confronting the nation. Their resolve to mobilize against President Tinubu if he persists on this path of failure and repression reflects their unwavering commitment to patriotism and nation building as a people.
“This is precisely the kind of leadership we need by leaders who prioritize the interests of the populace over political expediency”, he stated.
“The KPYA stands firmly behind the Forum’s position and we believe that no leader should be granted a free pass to continue governing when their policies have led to widespread suffering and disillusionment. The time has come for us as a country when silence is no longer golden and we must hold our leaders accountable for their actions or inactions”, Comrade Umar argued.
“Nigeria today faces unprecedented challenges. Poverty levels are at an all-time high, inflation continues to erode the purchasing power of ordinary citizens, insecurity threatens lives and livelihoods, and basic amenities like electricity remain elusive. Education and healthcare systems are in shambles, leaving millions without access to quality services”.
The KPYA observed that instead of addressing these crises head-on, the current administration has resorted to silencing dissenting voices and ignoring the plight of the masses. The persecution of individuals like Professor Usman Yusuf exemplifies this disturbing trend.
“The Katsina Youths remains committed to promoting positive change and uplifting the lives of our people. We reject the notion that Nigeria’s struggles are inevitable or insurmountable. Instead, we choose hope, resilience, and action. We call on all stakeholders to join hands in building a brighter future for ourselves and future generations”, he concluded.
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