Naira Swap Difficulty: Sanwo-Olu cautions  Lagos residents against violent protest

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Saturday appealed to residents to remain calm, even in the face of the difficulties and frustrations due to cash shortage.

Sanwo-Olu made the appeal while addressing newsmen at Lagos House, Marina, on the current situation caused by Naira redesign in the country.

He urged Lagos residents to avoid all forms of violence, arson and rioting, as sure were not the solutions to the difficulties and frustrations being presently experienced.

”Let me thank you, the good people of Lagos for your patience and unwavering perseverance even in these challenging times.

”My fellow Lagosians, this is a heartfelt call to you, as your Governor, to please remain calm at this time, and avoid all forms of violence, arson and rioting.

”Even in the face of the difficulties and frustrations being faced by all, violence and destruction should not and will never be the answer.

”We know that there are unscrupulous persons who want to sow seeds of violence and discord by their very utterances and actions, all with the view of robbing you of the chance to cast your votes in the Feb. 25 Presidential and National Assembly elections.

”Do not allow them to use you to achieve their evil intentions,” the governor said.