The nationwide protest against poor governance and hunger continues today as the demonstration enters its fifth day.
Naija News reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addressed the nation on Sunday morning, urging protestors to suspend their actions while highlighting his administration’s accomplishments.
Despite this appeal, demonstrators remain active in Plateau, Lagos, and other states across the country.
Stay tuned to Naija News for ongoing coverage of the fifth day of these widespread protests.
Isah Zaki, a leader of the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in the Bauchi North zone, has expressed significant discontent with the President’s recent address. He noted that potential easing of protests in Bauchi North may be disrupted by hoodlums harming local businesses.
In Lagos, protesters have begun gathering at Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park in Ojota. Meanwhile, in Katsina, demonstrators waved Russian flags and chanted in Hausa, “Hunger is killing us,” as reported by DailyTrust. Police have responded with teargas to disperse them.
In the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), security forces have intervened to disperse protesters in the Karu area, arresting three individuals. Yahaya Abdullahi, a protester, reported that security agents used teargas against them.
