Barr. Vera Ndanusa, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos International Trade Fair, has advised the occupants of the Trade Fair Complex against participating in the proposed national hunger protest within the complex.
Ndanusa spoke on the potential risks such actions could pose to the investments and businesses housed there.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Ndanusa acknowledged the constitutional right of citizens to protest. However, she highlighted the significant investments made by numerous Nigerians in the complex.
“The Complex is saturated with the investment of many Nigerians who have toiled so hard to build an enduring business empire, hence the duty of government to protect such entities,” she stated.
Ndanusa called for calm and urged potential protesters to reconsider their plans. She expressed concerns that the protests could be exploited by disruptive elements, leading to greater instability. lly.
The statement which reads in part, elaborated: “We have become aware of discussions regarding potential protests and activities that could disrupt the peace and stability within our complex and the country at large.
“While we understand the hardships faced by many, we are confident that the policies and decisive economic actions being taken by President Bola Tinubu will alleviate these challenges in the not too distant future.
“While we recognize and respect the right of every Nigerian to peacefully protest, we kindly appeal that anyone wishing to protest, does so OUTSIDE of the complex and according to the laid down laws.
“The management will not condone any form of protest or disruption that will endanger law-abiding citizens of the complex, disrupt law and order or compromise the billions of naira in investment of hardworking Nigerians and government assets.
“Any action that violates the peace and stability of our environment will be addressed promptly and in accordance with the law”, the Trade Fair boss said.
