The EndBadGovernance protesters commence a major one-million-man demonstration in Abuja, Nigeria's capital on Saturday, to voice discontent with the high cost of living.
This protest, which began on August 1 and lasted for ten days, featured participants carrying placards and chanting "we are hungry." The event was part of the broader #EndBadGovernanceInNigeriaProtest movement, aiming to highlight governance issues.
The climax of the protest saw substantial police presence in Abuja. According to reports, "the organizers had vowed to stage a one-milion-man protest in the 36 states and the nation’s capital to mark the grand finale of the hunger protest." This large-scale mobilization shows the depth of public frustration with economic conditions and governance in Nigeria.
Notably, former President Obasanjo supported the protestors, urging the Nigerian government to heed the youths' demands. He stated, "Listen to the demands of the youths," reflecting a call for the government to address the underlying issues driving the protests.
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