#EndSARS: What Youths Must Do To Achieve Their Objectives – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has appealed to Nigerian youths to eschew any form of street demonstrations and embrace the dialogue.

The appeal is sequel to the two weeks EndSARS protests in major cities across the country which nearly brought the country to its know before it was quell with brute and excessive force.

But speaking at maiden National Youth Day celebration, observed on November 1, which coincided with the African Youth Day celebration, Buhari implored the youths to engage in his government in meaningful discussions on robust police reforms in order to end police brutality.

Buhari, who was represented by the FCT Minister, Muhammad Bello, assured that his administration  will listen to the yearnings of Nigerian youths.

A statement by his spokesman, Garba Shehu quoted the President as the Federal Government ‘‘now wants to hear concrete and practical ideas.

”You must realize that protests cannot last indefinitely. My government will not lift a hand to stop or suppress you.

”However, the fact of the matter is that other forces and actors will seek to take over your protests that they may redirect them in ways you did not intend and perhaps do not agree with.

”Every successful protest movement the world over has understood that there comes a time when activity must move from the street to the negotiation table. That time for you has come. Do not be afraid of this reality. You should welcome it.”