The Federal Government has warned the international community against interference in the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest in the country.
The government also called for support from the international community in tackling economic challenges and improving living conditions for Nigerians at home and abroad.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, made the call when he briefed Members of the Diplomatic Corps on the programme and policies of the government on Wednesday in Abuja.
He assured the international community that the government would do its best to protect its citizenry.
The minister stressed that the government would not tolerate foreign interference in the protests.
Tuggar said: “While the government continues to work hard through various reforms to address challenges facing Nigeria and Nigerians, it is pertinent that no nation tolerates foreign interference in its domestic affairs and its citizens.
“The government will take appropriate action against any foreign entity residing in Nigeria found to have directly or indirectly supported protesters by whatever means or seeks to interfere in the internal affairs.
“Nigeria cherishes and will continue to value the cordial relationships that happily subsist between her, your countries, and organisations and will not do anything to undermine or take for granted such relationships.
“Indeed, more than any time before now, we solicit your understanding and collaboration in the ongoing efforts of the government in addressing the economic challenges confronting the country.
“We are determined to achieve a better life for every Nigerian at home and abroad.”
He reassured the diplomats that President Bola Tinubu understood the pains and frustrations driving the protests and had commiserated with the families of those who died in the protest and promised to address the concerns of Nigerians.
The minister restated Tinubu’s appeal, particularly to youths, and advised them not to let violence and destruction tear the country apart.
He recalled that Tinubu had led a campaign against military dictatorship in Nigeria in the 1990s and believed in Nigeria’s democracy that freedom of assembly, freedom of expression, and the right to dissent are fundamental.
“While admitting there have been many dashed hopes in the past, Tinubu affirmed Nigeria is in a new era of Renewed Hope as the government is working hard.
“The results will soon be visible and concrete for everyone to see, feel, and enjoy. Consequently, the President has directed that the security operatives continue to maintain peace, law, and order in the country as the safety and security of all Nigerians is paramount,” the minister added.
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