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Abuja, Nigeria – Wednesday, 01 October 2024 – Demonstrations by thousands of citizens against the country’s worsening economic situation turned Abuja and Lagos into a scene of protests today as Nigerians called for an end to bad governance. The protests, tagged “End Bad Governance” and “Revolution Now,” happened on the same day that the country marked its Independence Day anniversary.
Protesters held demonstrations at Eagle Square in Abuja and Lagos’s Ikeja Under Bridge, carrying placards and banners that called for good living, infrastructure, and accountability on the part of the government.
“The state of our nation today is deplorable,” said protester Emmanuel Johnson. “We want change, and we want it now.”
Security forces were deployed to control events. Scattered reports of clashes between protesters and police in some areas have emerged.
Protest Demands
The protesters are asking for:
Improved economic management Enhanced infrastructure development Increased transparency and accountability Better education and healthcare services Job creation and employment opportunities State-by-State Situation – Abuja: Demonstrators protest at Eagle Square. Security operatives prevent them from accessing the area of protest. – Lagos: Protesters came out, converging on Ikeja Under Bridge, but police made available spots for them to be. – Northern states: The northern states had previously witnessed lots of protests, which were largely characterized by harassment and chaos. Reactions
The Nigerian authorities are yet to respond officially to the protests, though solidarity has been expressed by civil society organizations and opposition parties.
“The people have spoken, and their voices must be heard,” said Dr. Kola Ibrahim, a civil society leader.
International Community Reacts
The international community is watching this closely, with concerns over human rights and the rule of law.
“We urge all parties to exercise restraint and engage in peaceful dialogue,” a European Union spokesman said.
Developing Story
This is a developing story, and our team of journalists will update it as more information becomes available.
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Thousands protest in Abuja, Lagos demand an end to bad governance. Read the latest updates and reactions from the protests.