Arewa Group Urges Action Against Politicians Inciting Violence

Arewa Concerned Citizens Forum (ACCF) and the Northern Youth Coalition (NYC) have called on security agencies to take action against politicians who incite violence and threaten democracy in the country.

The group, in a statement signed by Alhaji Abubakar Bello Usman,  convener Barrister Ibrahim Kolo, secretary-general and Mrs. Daniel Blessing, the Women Leader, urged security agencies to place the alleged conspirators on a watchlist to prevent any actions that may further create instability in the country.

“It is essential that our leaders be held responsible for their contributions to our current crises,” they said.

The groups condemned recent rhetoric by political figures that threatened the very fabric of democracy and the rule of law in Nigeria.

The group said the recent allegations made by the Joint Action on Democracy (JAD) against prominent political figures plotting to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu not only jeopardise the nation’s democratic processes but also sought to undermine the unity and stability of the nation.

The statement said, “We reiterate our demand for a thorough investigation into the allegations against noted political figures and for decisive action against any who threaten our democratic order.”

The group pledged to monitor the developments diligently.

The group further supported JAD’s earlier call for the government to place the alleged conspirators on a watchlist to prevent any actions that may further create instability in the country.

“It is essential that our leaders be held responsible for their contributions to our current crises,” they said.

“As critical stakeholders in the northern region and citizens of Nigeria, the Arewa Concerned Citizens Forum and the Northern Youth Coalition stand firmly behind President Tinubu’s administration. We believe in the sanctity of our democratic process and the need to maintain stability within our borders. We call upon all patriotic Nigerians to reject divisive narratives and join us in our fight against any attempts to destabilise our democracy.

They added, “Together, let us advocate for a Nigeria where peace, justice, and democracy prevail.”