President Bola Tinubu is currently engaged in a closed-door meeting with governors elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
This gathering is believed to be part of the government’s strategy to mitigate the planned nationwide protests, which have gained momentum in recent days.
Reports indicate that the government is implementing measures to address the grievances of dissatisfied Nigerians. In a recent statement, President Tinubu urged those considering protests to reconsider their plans and await the government’s response to their concerns.
Following a closed-door meeting of the Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF) the previous night, the forum’s Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, announced that they would be reaching out to the organizers of the protests to discuss their issues directly. He emphasized the importance of dialogue, stating, “We don’t know what they are protesting for. We invite all of them to sit down with us in a room so we can discuss and agree on the issues, what they are and proffer solutions.”
Uzodimma further highlighted the governors’ commitment to national unity and improving the living conditions of Nigerians, particularly focusing on creating job opportunities for the youth.
The governors arrived at the Villa in a bus and were promptly escorted to the President’s office. Among the attendees were notable figures such as Hope Uzodimma (Imo), Uba Sani (Kaduna), and Bassey Otu (Cross River).
