Speaking to newsmen in Kano, Kwankwaso acknowledged the nation’s frustration with bad governance and the strong urge to protest. “In these trying times, our nation stands at a crossroad. Our collective frustration with bad governance has reached a boiling point, and the urge to protest is strong. As an elder and patriotic Nigerian, I share your concerns and your desire for change,” he stated.

Kwankwaso cautioned that while protests are a democratic right, they often escalate into violence, resulting in loss of lives, property destruction, and widespread chaos. “The repercussions of such actions extend far beyond the immediate moment, leaving scars on our communities and deepening divisions among us,” he added.

He expressed concern over the country’s hardship, attributing it to leadership missteps since 2007. “We find ourselves in avoidable hardship because our leaders missed some steps since 2007,” Kwankwaso remarked, stressing that correcting these errors could set Nigeria on a path to economic development, prosperity, and better welfare for citizens.

Highlighting issues stemming from poor governance, such as federal interference in Kano State’s chieftaincy matters, the impeachment of Edo State’s deputy governor, political turmoil in Rivers State, and widespread insecurity, Kwankwaso described these problems as symptoms of a lack of accountability and transparency.

“It is sad to note that the attitude of our leaders to poor governance has plunged the citizens, especially youth, into hunger, insecurity, hopelessness, and a sense of giving up on the country,” he lamented.

Kwankwaso called on Nigerian leaders to urgently address these challenges by ensuring good governance and adherence to the rule of law. “I speak to you not just as an elder and a concerned citizen but as someone who deeply believes in the power and potential of our great nation. Let us put our country first and work together to build the Nigeria we all aspire to see,” he concluded.