The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has issued a stern warning to former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, cautioning him against the grave consequences of inciting violence.
Matawalle made it clear that President Bola Tinubu’s administration would not sit back and allow figures like Amaechi to manipulate Nigerian youths into chaos and anarchy.
His warning comes in response to Amaechi’s controversial remark at a recent conference in Abuja, where he declared that Nigerian politicians must “steal, maim, and kill to remain in power.”
Reacting strongly, Matawalle condemned the statement, describing it as an attempt to radicalize the youth and destabilize national security.
In an official statement released by Henshaw Ogubike, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Ministry of Defence, Matawalle expressed his deep concerns:
“It is both reckless and dangerous for a former public office holder to make such inflammatory remarks. At a time when the government is working tirelessly to consolidate national unity and security, no responsible leader should fan the flames of violence and political unrest.
“Nigeria is a sovereign nation governed by laws, not a jungle where power is seized through brute force. Let me make it clear: security agencies are on high alert. Any individual or group found inciting violence or attempting to destabilize this nation will face the full force of the law.
“Amaechi and others who believe they can manipulate our youth into chaos should rethink their actions. This government will not stand idly by while individuals attempt to disrupt the peace and stability of Nigeria.”
Matawalle further reassured Nigerians of President Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to national unity and democracy.
“President Tinubu’s commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation is unwavering. Having experienced both military rule and democratic governance, he would never undermine the very democracy he has fought to uphold,” he affirmed.