Atiku Abubakar’s statement highlights significant concerns regarding the treatment of minors in the context of protests against governance in Nigeria. His strong condemnation of the Tinubu administration reflects a broader frustration with the government’s response to dissent and the handling of vulnerable populations, particularly children.
By invoking the Child’s Rights Act, Atiku emphasizes the legal and moral obligations to protect children from inhumane treatment and to respect their dignity. Atiku’s remarks also draw parallels between the current situation and historical injustices, suggesting a troubling trend in governance that undermines democratic principles.
The mention of the minors’ health and their conditions during detention raises urgent questions about the legal and ethical implications of prosecuting children for participating in protests. Atiku’s assertion that peaceful protest is a constitutional right further underscores the need for a government that respects civil liberties, especially when it involves the youngest and most vulnerable members of society.
“Children who are the most affected by these polices have every right to protest peacefully as guaranteed by the Constitution and the Child Rights Act. A nation can be assessed by the way it treats its most vulnerable citizens. It is saddening that even underage children are not spared from the wickedness of T Pain, Atiku added.
This situation may also spark broader conversations about the role of youth in activism and the responsibilities of the government to protect rather than punish those who exercise their right to protest against perceived injustices.
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