The June 12 protest has kicked off in various parts of Nigeria, including Ondo and Lagos, as activists and citizens mobilize against the worsening economic hardship, insecurity, and shrinking civic space under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In Ondo state, protesters gathered at Cathedral Junction in Akure, while in Lagos, multiple locations were designated for the protest, including Badagry, Maryland, Agbara, and Toll Gate.
The protests are part of a nationwide movement, with demonstrations also taking place in Abuja, Osun, and other states.
Organizers of the protest, including the Take It Back Movement and the #Endbadgovernance Movement, have emphasized the need for accountability and democratic governance.
They cited the rising insecurity, economic hardship, and attacks on freedom of speech and assembly as key concerns.
It was gathered that some sponsored hoodlums disrupted the Akure protest.
Key Demands of the Protesters:
- Improved Security: An end to the rising insecurity and violence across the country
- Economic Relief: Addressing the economic hardship and poverty faced by millions of Nigerians
- Protection of Civic Space: An end to the attacks on freedom of speech, assembly, and the press
The protests came as Nigeria marks Democracy Day, with many citizens expressing frustration and disappointment with the current state of governance. (The Sunshine Truth)
