The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said the cashless policy of the federal government through the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has caused pain to many.
Sanwo-Olu stated this in reaction to protest that rocked Lagos on Friday in a statement the State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso released.
Omotosho reported that the governor said the situation did not call for violence given that the Supreme court is on the matter, urging Lagosians not to lose their heads, but take the high road.
According to the statement, the protesters “are said to be angry over the Naira redesign and its consequent scarcity that has caused so much hardship and confusion among our people.”
The statement reads further: “Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu believes there is no need for violence as the Supreme Court is looking into this controversial matter and will make its position known on February 22.
“Lagos State has since joined the legal dispute- all in the interest of our people – in the belief that the highest court in the land has the capacity to adjudicate on the matter.
“The fuel situation is easing following some steps taken by the government.
“The government praises Lagosians for showing understanding, despite the pains that the Federal Government’s measures have brought. Residents should continue to be law-abiding by shunning any form of incitement by mischief makers.
“Mr. Governor is working with his colleagues to ensure that this hardship does not go on.”
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