Planned Protest: A nationwide protest is planned for August 1st, 2024, in Nigeria, with organizers calling for demonstrations against the government’s economic policies and the rising cost of living
– Government Response: The Nigerian government has expressed concerns about the planned protest, with President Bola Tinubu urging citizens to halt the protest and give his administration more time to execute people-oriented programs . The Inspector-General of Police has also issued guidelines for the protest, including the requirement for protesters to provide details of their proposed route, assembling point, duration, and leaders.
– Motivations Behind the Protest: The protest is motivated by the soaring cost of living, food inflation, and widespread insecurity in Nigeria. The country’s overall inflation rate is at its highest level in 28 years, with food inflation being much higher.
– Support for the Protest: Some influential Nigerians, including Omoyele Sowore, Charly Boy, and Joe Ajaero, have declared their support for the protest and plan to participate.
– Police Preparations: The Nigerian police have announced a 4PM curfew for the protest, which has been met with criticism from citizens who view it as an infringement on their right to protest. The police have also warned that they will intervene if the protest becomes violent.
