The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has issued a stern warning to Rotimi Amaechi, the former Minister of Transportation, for his remarks and caution to Nigerian youths.

He accused Amaechi of inciting violence and warned that President Bola Tinubu’s administration would not accept such conduct from individuals like him who are trying to manipulate the youths into violence.

Matawalle made this statement during a conference in Abuja, where he said that Nigerian politicians must “steal, maim, and kill to remain in power.”

According to the minister, Amaechi attempted to incite the youth and destabilize national security.

In a statement by Henshaw Ogubike, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Ministry of Defence, the Minister said, “It is both reckless and dangerous for a former public officeholder to make such inflammatory remarks.

“At a time when the government is working tirelessly to consolidate national unity and security, no responsible leader should fan the flames of violence and political unrest.

“Nigeria is a sovereign nation governed by laws, not a jungle where power is seized through brute force.

“Let me make it clear: security agencies are on high alert. Any individual or group found inciting violence or attempting to destabilize this nation will face the full force of the law.

“Amaechi and others who believe they can manipulate our youth into chaos should rethink their actions. This government will not stand idly by while individuals attempt to disrupt the peace and stability of Nigeria.”

“President Tinubu’s commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation is unwavering. Having experienced both military rule and democratic governance, he would never undermine the very democracy he has fought to uphold,” he stated.