One of the founding members of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Tanko Yakasai has attacked the call by The Patriots for a new constitution for Nigeria. The elder statesman pointed that Nigeria’s problem is with constitution, but those operating it.
Recall that The Patriots, a group of elder statesmen, had just recently asked President Bola Tinubu to start the process of giving Nigeria a new constitution. The group made the call when they visited President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
But reacting to the call by the elders, Yakasai said that without a change of mindset and conduct of the country’s leaders even the most perfectly crafted Constitution will fail to deliver the progress and stability. This was contained in a statement he made on Wednesday, August 14.
The statement reads, “I have observed with deep concern the recent visit by some members of The Patriots to the president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Where they canvassed for a new Constitution for our beloved country, Nigeria.
“As a founding member of this esteemed group and an elder statesman, committed to the well-being of our nation, I must express my reservations about both the process and the content of the submission made during this visit.
“First, it is regrettable that due process was not followed in articulating the views that were presented to the President. A matter of such national importance requires thorough consultation, inclusive deliberation and the consensus of all founding members.
“The exclusion of key voices, particularly in a group like The Patriots, undermines the credibility and unity of our mission. It is essential that our decisions and representations are rooted in collective wisdom and not rushed or unilateral actions.
“Second, I align with the views expressed by President Olusegun Obasanjo. That the core problem facing Nigeria is not necessarily the Constitution or the tenure of office. The crux of our challenges lies in the attitude and character of those who operate the Constitution.”
Yakasai therefore, urged President Tinubu to exercise caution and to consult widely on the demand by The Patriots.
source: Vanguard
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