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#NigeriaAt64: Independence Day Unrest: Citizens Gather In Lagos, Abuja To Protest Over High Living Costs
#NigeriaAt64: Independence Day Unrest: Citizens Gather In Lagos, Abuja To Protest Over High Living Costs. As Nigeria marks 64 years of independence from British colonial rule on Tuesday, thousands of citizens took to the streets in the nation’s economic hub, Lagos, and political capital, Abuja, to protest rising living and energy costs in Africa’s most populous country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
For many, this Independence Day was not a moment of celebration but a time to call on President Bola Tinubu’s administration to tackle the skyrocketing inflation and severe economic hardship gripping the nation.
Dubbed “FearlessInOctober,” the October 1, 2024, protest gained momentum on social media, echoing themes from the August #EndBadGovernance protests. Both movements see young Nigerians demanding the reversal of the fuel subsidy removal and the hike in electricity tariffs.
In Abuja’s Utako district, protesters brandished the Nigerian Green-White-Green flag alongside banners with slogans like “EndBadGovernance,” “DiasporaVoting,” and “EndHighLivingCosts.” Meanwhile, in Lagos, a similar scene unfolded at the Ikeja Underbridge, where youths halted traffic, holding signs like “Hunger Dey” and demanding the reversal of policies on privatisation and deregulation.
A Channels TV correspondent reported from Ikeja, capturing the widespread discontent over high living costs, with demands for a higher minimum wage. Activist Omoyele Sowore joined the Lagos protest, leading a march to Gani Fawehinmi Park.
Security forces in both Lagos and Abuja maintained a visible yet distant presence at protest sites. Demonstrations also erupted in other states, defying government warnings.
Critics argue that Tinubu’s policies, including the removal of the fuel subsidy and the unification of foreign exchange rates, have driven the inflation and escalating energy costs that are crippling the economy. Since Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, fuel prices have soared from N200 to over N1,000 per litre, and electricity tariffs have quadrupled, straining businesses and households alike.
In his Independence Day address, Tinubu urged Nigerians for patience, acknowledging the difficulties caused by his reforms while promising that efforts are underway to reduce the high cost of living.
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Potential Presidential Impact: Nigerian singer B-Red stated during an Echoroom podcast interview that Nigeria could experience massive positive transformations if his father, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, ever ascends to the presidency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Mixed Feelings on the Race: While acknowledging his father’s compassionate nature and commitment to serving citizens rather than seeking wealth, B-Red admitted he would prefer his father avoid the grueling pressure of the highest office.
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Family Wealth and Intentions: Emphasizing that his family has long been financially secure, the artist stressed that any potential presidential bid would be driven entirely by a genuine desire to help people and meet public needs.
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Reason for the Protest: Senator Adams Oshiomhole explained that he organized residents of Ogun State to protest against former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s fuel subsidy removal because he doubted the administration’s ability to distribute the benefits fairly to ordinary citizens.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Event Context: The revelation was made at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) during the seventh national discourse hosted by ‘The Companion’, an association of Muslim men in business and the professions.
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Mobilizing Support: Recounting his time as NLC President, Oshiomhole noted that he rallied locals in Abeokuta—including key figures like Senator Afolabi Salisu—alongside UNILAG students and workers to oppose the policy.
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Paving the Way for Youth: Goje explained that he feels it is time to let younger politicians take over, adding that he had previously planned to retire in 2019 before constituents persuaded him to run again.
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