********Report:Comrade Makut Alfred Mashat Embarks on 48-Hour Hunger Strike for Ministerial Appointment
In a bold move to demand justice and representation for the people of Plateau State, Comrade Makut Alfred Mashat, a Social media Influencer and Digital entrepreneur known as a prominent advocate for good governance, has commenced a 48-hour hunger strike. The action is a direct response to the ongoing denial of a ministerial appointment for Plateau State in the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led federal government.
For several months, the citizens of the state have been marginalized and overlooked in the executive branch, leaving their voices unheard and their interests unrepresented at the highest levels of government. Comrade Makut Alfred Mashat argues that this neglect is a grave injustice that undermines the principles of democracy and equity.
By embarking on this hunger strike, Comrade Makut Alfred Mashat aims to draw attention to the plight of the people of Plateau state who voted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with over 300,000 to emerge second winner in the state after Peter Obi in the 2023 elections.
The comrade wants to galvanize support for their demand for a ministerial appointment. The action is also intended to send a clear message to the federal government and the international community that the people of Plateau State will not tolerate continued disenfranchisement.
In a statement released today, Comrade Makut Alfred Mashat emphasized the importance of fair representation for all citizens, regardless of their geographic location. “The people of Plateau State deserve a voice in the decision-making processes that affect our lives,” he said. “A ministerial appointment is not merely a political position; it is a means of ensuring that our needs and aspirations are considered at the highest levels of government.”
As the hunger strike progresses, Comrade Makut has called on the media and international community to amplify the voices of the people of Plateau State and to exert pressure on the federal government to address their legitimate concerns. The outcome of this action will undoubtedly have significant implications for the future of the state and the broader political landscape of Nigeria.