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Buhari meets traditional rulers, says govt will resist threats to peace
By Emmanuel Awosika
President Muhammadu Buhari has said the Federal Government will resist any attempt to threaten the peace of the country.
He said this at the State House in Abuja on Thursday while receiving a delegation of traditional rulers led by Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III.
Traditional rulers in the delegation included Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Etsu Nupe Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar; Emir of Kano Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and Amanyanabo of Twon-Brass King Alfred Diete-Spiff.
He commended the traditional rulers for their role in calming down the youths during the height of the #EndSARS protests.
According to him, the government has accepted to the demands of the youth and was making efforts to referorm the Police.
“We have heard the loud cries of our youth and children, and we are attending to their concerns.
“Strong, transparent efforts are underway to address those rogue elements of the Nigerian Police Force.
“Simultaneously, the Nigerian Police Force will also undergo the much-needed reform that covers welfare, working conditions and code of conduct that will usher in a more professional workforce,” Buhari told the royals.
He noted the challenges of the country’s growing youth population, saying there was need to address youth unemployment and job creation.
The President solicited the support of traditional rulers in amplifying the government’s message.
“Your proximity to the people places you in a unique position to communicate and ensure that our response is targeted and impactful in view of your role as guardians of our traditional values and culture,” he stated.
He futher urged the traditional rulers against compromising their neutrality, saying it could lead to them losing moral authority and legitimacy.
