The #Endbadgovernance protest organizers have vowed to continue their nationwide demonstration against hunger and hardship, despite security personnel’s attempts to intimidate them. The federal government has urged the protesters to return home, asking for more time to address the country’s issues. However, the protesters insist that their demands must be met before they will end their demonstration.
Ene Obi, former country director of Action Aid Nigeria, and Hauwa Mustapha, key figures in the protest, have pledged to remain at the Moshood Abiola Stadium for the entire 10-day protest. Speaking to journalists in the Federal Capital Territory, they criticized the government’s lack of action and the recent speech by the president, calling it “empty” and failing to meet any of their demands.
Despite their commitment, the protest has seen dwindling numbers, with many protesters leaving the two women alone at the stadium. Obi highlighted the government’s failure to lower petroleum prices and accused it of punishing Nigerians by removing fuel subsidies. She emphasized the struggles faced by mothers and the youth, calling for an end to bad governance and questioning the necessity of creating more ministerial positions while ignoring the real issues affecting the people.