Hunger protest: Vote out APC in 2027, PRP tells protesters

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has urged Nigerians to vote out the All Progressives Congress (APC) led administration in the 2027 presidential election.

The party also asked President Bola Tinubu to listen to the demands of protesters by reducing the cost of governance and eliminating wasteful expenditure.

National Chairman, PRP, Falalu Bello, in a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday, acknowledged the inherent right of citizens to protest and exercise their fundamental freedoms, as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), particularly Section 40, which guarantees the right to peaceful assembly and association.

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Falalu said the current wave of protests in Nigeria is a testament to the resilience and determination of citizens to demand better governance and improvement in their living conditions.

While urging the government to listen attentively to the cries of the protesters and take concrete steps to address their concerns, Falalu said the PRP has consistently advocated for good governance in Nigeria.

“We have called for a reduction in the cost of governance, urging the government to prioritise prudent spending and eliminate wasteful expenditure. We have also emphasised the need to tackle corruption head-on, holding those in power accountable for their actions and ensuring transparency in public transactions. Furthermore, we have pushed for improved security measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all Nigerians,” the PRP national chairman stated.

“As we call for peaceful resolution, we urge our fellow Nigerians, particularly the youth who constitute 60 percent of our electorate, to join us in changing the APC government that has further worsened the life of Nigerians from where PDP took them. In plural democracy, we believe that our collective voice can bring about positive change and restore hope for a brighter future.

“On the other hand, it is equally important that protesters exercise their rights responsibly and peacefully. We condemn any form of violence, vandalism, or harm caused to other citizens or their properties. It is essential that protesters respect the law and order, while also demanding justice and accountability from those in power.

“The PRP calls on the government to listen to voices of reason inclusive of that of the protesters who have advised on how to bring good governance in Nigeria by addressing excessive and wasteful expenditures, bringing prudence into governance, addressing corruption and insecurity in Nigeria.

“As a party committed to democratic principles and good governance, we believe that peaceful protests are an essential component of our democratic process. We encourage all stakeholders to work towards finding a resolution that promotes peace, stability, and development for all Nigerians.

“In conclusion, we urge the protesters to be peaceful and respectful to the rights of all Nigerians inclusive of those who are not participating in the protest and strongly recommend to particularly the youth amongst them to endeavour to exercise their constitutional rights and responsibilities of ensuring that in the forthcoming elections they go out in their numbers to elect responsible and principled parties like the PRP that would represent their aspirations and address their concerns.”