Hunger Protests Continue Across Nigeria as Demonstrators Demand Change
In a bid to raise awareness about the economic hardship plaguing the country, protesters have begun their second day of demonstrations in major cities across Nigeria. The hunger protests, which started on Thursday, have seen thousands of people take to the streets, demanding action from the government to address the country’s economic woes.
According to a situation report by Channels TV, the protests have been reported in Lagos, Federal Capital Territory Abuja, and Port Harcourt Rivers states. In Lagos, protesters have converged at the Ojota area and Lekki Tollgate, with a majority resisting being confined inside the Gani Fawehinmi Park.
In Port Harcourt, protesters have started marching from Pleasure Park along the popular Aba road, while in Abuja, they have gathered at the MKO Abiola Stadium and Berger Junction.
The protests come after a bloody day on Thursday, where at least ten people were reported dead and others injured in Kano, Abuja, Yobe, Borno, and Niger states. Despite the violence, protesters remain resolute in their demands for change.
Earlier, the Commissioner of Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, urged residents to remain peaceful, while noting that the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will continue to dialogue with Lagosians.
The protests are a response to the economic hardship faced by many Nigerians, with many struggling to make ends meet due to rising costs of living and unemployment. As the demonstrations continue, it remains to be seen whether the government will take heed of the protesters’ demands and implement meaningful reforms to address the country’s economic challenges.
