Mixed Reactions Trail Atiku’s Support For Protest

The support expressed by Nigeria’s former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, for the upcoming nationwide protests against economic hardship has ignited a flurry of reactions from the public.

Atiku’s statement, emphasizing that peaceful protests are a constitutional right, has clearly struck a chord, but opinions on the matter are deeply divided.

Atiku reminded President Bola Tinubu’s government that the right to peaceful assembly is enshrined in Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution. He criticized the government for attempting to accuse opposition figures and suppress the protests, labeling these efforts as distractions from the real issues.

Many reactions reflect strong support for Atiku’s stance. @Supabara_ voiced approval, saying, “You’re on point on this Sir. Nigeria, my country.” Similarly, @ObianujuMenkiti expressed agreement, highlighting the dire situation: “God bless you, Sir. The masses are tired and hungry. The protest should hold.”

However, not everyone is on board with Atiku’s position. @AdloveGlobal argued that while the right to protest is important, it should not justify violence or property damage: “None of the courts grant the right to violent protest. Organizers should be responsible for their actions.”

Some responses also reveal skepticism and frustration towards both the political figures involved and the effectiveness of the protests. @Magik_jay_ warned, “Politicians are liars; protest at your own risk,” while @TweetbyChris expressed disillusionment with the political system as a whole, suggesting that corrupt leaders might be preferable to the current state of affairs.

Overall, the diverse public reactions highlight the complex feelings surrounding the planned protests and the broader political context in Nigeria. The mixed responses reflect deep divisions in how people view the right to protest and the performance of their leaders.

See some reactions below:

@Supabara_: You’re on point on this Sir
Nigeria my country

@AdloveGlobal: With due respect, none of the aforementioned courts grant anyone the right to violent protest.
None of those rights granted Nigerian citizens the right to protest and destroy businesses in Lagos. Anyone who wishes to organize a protest should be ready to take responsibility for
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@stardudefire: We are watching closely Petkoff

@itzpetkoff: Will you join us?

@FATOKIMICHEAL2: Gbe soke🔊🔊 Obianuju

@ELMustaphaJ: You are right. I am definitely saving this post

@Judithoflago: Tinubu that’s the man name
The Young Nation💲💥

@GoziconC: Of course, I’m not surprised. You must dance to the gallery to decieve ignorant Nigerians. But bear in mind that you will never near Aso Rock, you will continue to lose elections like you always do!

@SelomSarl: the Nigerian Constitution and AFFIRMED by our courts. Section 40 of the 1999 Constitution (as altered) unequivocally guarantees the right to peaceful assembly and association.

@Neduzy: Are you protesting or you’re not protesting?
D’Grammy Boi

@Magik_jay_: You will say the same thing if you where there all these politicians are liars protest at your own risk ⚠️

@EleluAyoola: Lead the protest from Adamawa Mister Atiku.

@udeochusp: AA is a big voice! Very big voice indeed.
Krysty

@TweetbyChris: I am tired of loosing ,I am getting old and I really need to win and serve one tenure just so I can recuperate my loses ,loot the remnants of the nation,settle my boys and enact the RUGA bill so my people wil finally take over the country .
A corrupt Tinubu is better than the

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