Hundreds of protesters in Kwara state gathered in front of the Government House and Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq acquiesced to their request by walking with them to the headquarters of Police in Kwara state.
Abdulrasaq urged the protesters to remain calm and peaceful and that their grievances will be addressed.
The governor assured the protesters that some governors have spoken to business men and some individuals in the protest to discuss their five-point demands with President Muhammadu Buhari. He also assured them that the President was acting on it.
Along with his deputy, Kayode Alabi, Abdulrasaq led the youths to the police headquarters and addressed them yet again saying that their voices have been heard and that their interests would be protected by the government.
He announced the setting up of an ombudsman through which people can channel their grievances and which would act as a go-between for citizens and security agencies.
“However you look at it, we are all victims. I have since joined the protest. Some of you may notice online that I joined a Zoom meeting on Monday with Hajia Aisha Yesufu, Aliko Dangote, Wizkid and others to arrive at a resolution on this protest.
“It was part of this that led to the five-point agenda which is being implemented now by the federal government. The President is definitely listening to the complaints,” AbdulRazaq said.
“The Commissioner of Police has listened to your complaints here. I have also listened. I thank you for your calmness,” he said.
“I urge you to please give Mr President the time to implement the five-point agenda. Reform is definitely coming to address all the issues.”
In turn, the youths commended the Governor for listening to them and joining the protest. They urged him to ensure that their grievances are addressed.
Kwara State Police Commissioner, Kayode Egbetokun, addressed the protesters and commended them for being peaceful and said specific officers mentioned by the protesters would be investigated.
“I want to assure you that the Nigerian Police is with the youth. We have heard your report against some of our officers. I want to implore you to report anything against the Police in this state to me directly. I assure you that action will be taken,” Egbetokun said.
