End bad governance Protest in Nigeria August 2024.
In this live blog post, Ejes Gist News will provide real-time updates on the nationwide protests happening across Nigeria in August 2024. These protests, driven by widespread frustration and discontent, are set to take place in major cities such as Abuja, Lagos, and many others.
Nigerians are coming together to voice their concerns over multiple issues affecting the country. Key among these grievances are the severe economic hardship, poor governance, soaring inflation rates, and the dramatic collapse of the dollar to naira exchange rate. Citizens are taking to the streets to demand immediate and effective solutions to these pressing problems, which have significantly impacted their daily lives.
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The group tagged the protest, “Days of Rage” which it said would hold nationwide from August 1 to 10.
Stick with Ejes Gist News as we bring you updates of the nationwide protest against hardship and hunger…
Protesters at the Lekki toll gate in Lagos State have fled as security forces fired teargas to disperse them.
The protest is occurring under tight security surveillance, with officers from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army, and other units strategically positioned around the toll gate.
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A security official instructed the protesters to relocate to designated protest areas. When the protesters refused, the police responded with tear gas to scatter the crowd.
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Ibadan Protest
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The General Overseer and President of El-Buba Outreach Ministries International (EBOMI), Dr. Isa El-buba, took the lead in the hunger protest held on August 1st in Jos, the capital of Plateau State, on Thursday.
As the national coordinator of the Initiative for Better and Brighter Nigeria (IBBN), he assured participants that the demonstration would remain peaceful throughout its duration.
Ejes Gist News understands that protesters gathered at the Plateau Secretariat overhead bridge as early as 6 am. before proceeding towards the old airport roundabout in Jos.
The #EndBadGovernance protests in Bauchi State and Abuja faced significant disruptions on Thursday as police fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators.
In Bauchi, protesters had assembled in front of the Emir of Bauchi’s palace, demanding a meeting with the Emir to discuss their grievances.
However, they were met with a police barricade. Despite their insistence on meeting with the Emir, the police used tear gas to break up the gathering.
Operatives of the Kano State Police Command have successfully dispersed a group of youths attempting to break into a store along Zoo Road in the state capital.
The suspects targeted the two-storey building housing Sadaraki Stores, trying to force their way in. However, before the arrival of security operatives, the suspects had already caused damage to the building by destroying its windows.
As the nationwide protest against economic hardship began on August 1st, the roads and streets of Lagos is presently deserted, with banks, eateries, fuel stations, and other businesses shut down.
The streets, usually busy with activities, were very quiet as armed security forces took strategic positions throughout the city.
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have fired teargas on a group of protesters around the federal secretariat in Abuja — Nigeria’s capital city.
Protesters head to Alausa, Lagos seat of power, while heavy police presence has been spotted in Ojota, Lagos State.
Location: Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos
Update: Pro-government protesters have converged ahead of their rally. They are preaching against violent protests.
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Hunger protesters on Thursday converged at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, in compliance with a court order restricting them to the facility.
Protesters gathered as early as 6 am singing solidarity songs. Present at the stadium are heavily armed security operatives.
Activists and groups had declared the protest in response to the economic hardship. The protests are expected to last for 10 days.
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Stay with us as we bring you the latest developments, eyewitness accounts, and expert analyses on these crucial protests. Ejes Gist News is committed to keeping you informed about the unfolding events and the broader implications for Nigeria’s future.
Tight Security As Hunger Protest Begins Today
Security has been beefed up in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as the planned hunger protest commences today.
This comes just as state governors and the federal government have appealed to the protesters to conduct themselves peacefully.
In Bauchi, the state police commissioner, Auwal Mohammed, said the command had deployed personnel to possible flashpoints to avert the breakdown of law and order.
Ejes Gist News reports that the command had asked protest organisers to supply the police with their detailed biodata, including meeting points and movement routes.
The commissioner disclosed this in a statement by the spokesperson of the Command, SP Ahmed Wakil, and made available to reporters in Bauchi.
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SECURITY ALERT – U.S. EMBASSY ABUJA AND U.S. CONSULATE GENERAL LAGOS, NIGERIA (AUGUST 1-2, 2024)
Location: Nigeria, nation-wide
Date: July 31, 2024
Event: Security Risks related to Potential Nation-wide Protests
Out of an abundance of caution, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos will operate with essential staff only on Thursday August 1, 2024, and on Friday August 2, 2024. Non-essential staff are advised to remain at home to avoid any disruptions that may result from the potential nation-wide protests that continue to be reported in the media.
Media reports indicate that protesters are expected to begin gathering at Eagles Square in Abuja mid to late morning. In Lagos, protests may start as early as 8:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. and primary locations have been identified as Alausa Park, Freedom Park, and Peace Park. Additional possible protest sites in Lagos include Nahco Bus Stop (Airport Road), Marwa Bus Stop (Lekki-Epe Expressway), and Ikeja “Under the Bridge” (Intersection of Obafemi Awolowo and Allen Avenue). However, protests may occur at other times and locations in Abuja and Lagos, as well as in other cities and population centers in Nigeria over the coming days. Based on past occurrences, protests may involve roadblocks, checkpoints, traffic congestion, and physical confrontations.
There is a risk of terror attacks in Nigeria and terrorist groups may take advantage of opportunities created during the potential nation-wide protests to conduct attacks.
Actions to take:
- Avoid the areas of the protest.
- Avoid crowds.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Keep a low profile.
- Verify flight schedules with your airline, if you have travel plans.
- Review your personal security plans and keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency.
- Carry proper identification.
The Consular Sections of Embassy Abuja and Consulate General Lagos will offer reduced emergency American Citizen Services only. All visa appointments have been cancelled.
Live Update: 2024 end bad governance protest
