Autan Zaki


Musa Affos (Rhapsodi)


Popular veteran and multiple Award-winning Northern gospel minister and activist Autan Zaki have expressed dismay over those kicking against the recent protest in Jalingo, Taraba state capital.


The controversial activist & minister, Autan Zaki made this known through an exclusive chat with Rhapsodi Affos Blog reporter on Thursday in Jalingo. Speaking to our reporter, Autan Zaki says it is a thing of joy that the conscience of the youths of Taraba state has been awakened.


He also added that only cowards and attention seekers that are looking for cheap popularity will talk down the efforts of Taraba vibrant youths demanding accountability. Expressing his disappointment, he said it is disheartening that those who are supposed to speak for the youths are now talking them down because of political party affiliation and appointments.






According to the minister and activist, it is the constitutional right of the youths to demand accountability and express their plight to the governor as he oversees the affairs of the state and it is a betrayal for any person, duo, trio, or group to condemn the bold step taken by the youths at a time like this.


According to him even though he or his likes are not the ones sponsoring the protest but he decided to match in solidarity alongside other youths of the state as regards to the nationwide awareness of the #EndSARS protest and other peculiar issues in the state like the lingering curfew that has been imposed in the state for almost two years, the hike in keke napep prize and other issues that have been prevailing in the state.


He also took out time to commend the efforts of the youth for organizing such a peaceful protest devoid of violence and all forms of chaos. He added that though the youths didn't properly spell out their complaints and issues to the governor as a result of little issues and lack of proper coordination the youths according to him did well.


Autan Zaki also commended the governor for the swift response and for coming out to address the teeming youths. He also added that the governor should ensure that he keeps to his words by meeting the demand of the youths with corresponding actions.





In conclusion, he condemned the killing of innocent Protesters at the Lekki toll gate and other parts of the nation because it is inhumane to attack innocent and harmless citizens protesting with the flag of their nation. He also urged the youths not to be intimidated by anyone but remain focus and law-abiding as together Taraba and Nigeria will move forward.


Autan Zaki has been tagged as the voice of the masses because he has severaly spoken the minds of the masses and his approaches to issues have always yielded positive results.


Recall on Monday that the youths of Taraba State took to the streets of Jalingo on a peaceful protest to government house demanding to see the governor of the state.


In response to the protesting youth, the governor came out alongside his deputy governor to address the youths and promised to look into the issue.