APC Campaign: I Never Called Nigerian Youth Lazy - Yari
Senator Abdul'aziz Abubakar Yari, the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign council, has denied making comments implying that Nigerian youths are lazy. Yari's clarification came in response to reports circulating in various media platforms and social media, based on his remarks at the APC rally held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The clarification was provided by Yari's spokesperson, Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, who emphasized that Yari's address focused on food scarcity, the cost of living, and the importance of hard work.
During the rally, Yari said, "You are hungry because you are lazy. If you work hard, you will not be hungry." However, Shinkafi stated that interpreting Yari's comments as an accusation of laziness against Nigerian youths is a misrepresentation of his actual remarks.
Shinkafi urged media outlets and commentators who reported Yari calling Nigerian youths lazy to review the complete video footage and correct any inaccurate reports.
The clarification comes amidst public criticism and debate over Yari's comments, calling for a more meaningful discussion on employment, skill development, and economic opportunities for Nigerian youths.
Yari's Address at APC Rally
- Senator Yari addressed the APC rally in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
- Yari's statement centered around food scarcity, the cost of living, and the importance of hard work.
- Yari said, "You are hungry because you are lazy. If you work hard, you will not be hungry."
Clarification and Call for Correction
- Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, Yari's spokesperson, clarified Yari's remarks.
- Shinkafi emphasized that interpreting Yari's comments as an accusation against Nigerian youths is a misrepresentation of his actual statement.
- Shinkafi urged media outlets and commentators to review the complete video footage and rectify inaccurate reports.
Yari's Address: Emphasizing Hard Work
- Yari's address focused on the challenges of food scarcity, the high cost of living, and the significance of hard work.
- Yari said, "You are hungry because you are lazy. If you work hard, you will not be hungry."
Public Criticism and Call for Correction
- Yari's comments sparked public criticism and debate.
- Yari's spokesperson, Shinkafi, called for correction of inaccurate reports.
- Nigerian youths are being called for more meaningful discussions on job creation, skill development, and economic opportunities.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>