THE All Workers Convergence (AWC) has declared that any opposition to the planned nationwide protest against hunger is an act of hostility towards the people.
This was contained in a statement issued, on Monday, by the National Coordinator of AWC, Comrade Andrew Emelieze.
The planned protest, scheduled to begin on August 1 2024 has faced criticism from some individuals and groups. However, the AWC defended the protest, explaining that demonstrations against bad governance, hunger, and insecurity are fundamental rights of the citizens.
“The protest is a revolt against hunger and a rebellion against hardship. Anyone who is kicking against the planned protest is an enemy of the people,” it stated.
The group emphasized that the protest is crucial due to the severe challenges currently faced by Nigerians. “We have been calling for protest and we shall continue to call for protest until the system works for the public good.
“We are in full support of calls by Nigerians for a massive protest to end hunger, hardship, and bad governance in Nigeria.”
In the statement, the AWC highlighted the despair among Nigerians, citing that many are considering leaving the country due to the poor state of governance. “Our people have lost hope in the system. All our able-bodied citizens are either leaving or planning to leave the country. Our people are being strangled by bad governance. Our government keeps telling us the same old story.”
The AWC criticized the government for its failure to address the needs of the masses while a few enjoyed excessive wealth.
“While the mass majority of our people pass through hardship, our rulers and a very few are immersed in unimaginable wealth and wastage of national resources.”
“Governance under Tinubu has brought untold hardship to our people. Everything is now upside down. It appears governance under President Tinubu has collapsed.”
The AWC urged all citizens to join the protest, emphasizing its legality and necessity.
“Protest everywhere is a fundamental human right. Protest everywhere is lawful. Protest is not a crime. Protest is a duty of all citizens. We shall protest, no going back. We salute the courage of our people as we all continue to mobilize for actions towards the day.”
“It is time to emancipate Nigeria from corruption, bad governance, and exploitation. We call for synergy among all the organizers of this protest. We shall overcome. No retreat, no surrender.”
