The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) in Kaduna State has raised serious concerns about the presence of foreigners from neighboring northern countries who have allegedly entered the state. These individuals are purportedly poised to join an upcoming demonstration with the intention of inciting violence, according to information received by the MBF’s executive committee.
The MBF, a regional advocacy group, strongly opposes the involvement of these outsiders, warning that their participation could endanger the safety of both protesters and the public. The group emphasized the importance of maintaining the peaceful nature of the demonstration to ensure that its message is not overshadowed by violence.
In a communique released after their second executive meeting, the MBF stated, “While the Kaduna State Chapter of the MBF acknowledges that peaceful demonstration is legitimate and necessary over the current hardships faced in the country and the need to draw government attention, the involvement of violent sponsored foreigners has raised genuine security concerns to the Chapter.
“Consequently, the forum advised all our youth from the Middle Belt resident in Kaduna State to refrain from participating in the protest not only over security and safety concerns, but not to be used to achieve the curious objectives of the sponsors. Our youths, known for their orderliness, civility, and discipline, must not be associated with inappropriate acts.
“The security situation has been reported to the national president of the MBF, Dr. Bitrus Pogu, who is currently gathering feedbacks from other states of the Middle Belt before issuing an official position on behalf of the entire Middle Belters.
