INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The nation is abuzz with anxiety due to severe economic hardships.This unrest has spurred Omoyele Sowore and his #RevolutionNow movement to
public welfare.The upcoming protests have caught the attention of both Nigerians and the international community
The United Nations has expressed concerns about potential violence, referencing similar past events.This possibility underscores the need
(Photo Internet reproduction)The protesters demand major changes, including a thorough revision of the 1999 Constitution, a restructuring of
the legislative framework, significant wage increases, and more funding for education and infrastructure.They also seek judicial reforms, a
transparent subsidy regime restoration, and a comprehensive security agency overhaul to stop human rights abuses.In response, President
these appeals, tensions escalate
In Kano, police have used live ammunition and tear gas to disperse protesters angered by rising living costs.Similar protests are occurring
nationwide, with many expressing their hunger and calling for reinstated fuel subsidies to be removed in May 2023.The protests have gained
momentum through social media, inspired by successful demonstrations in Kenya.In Abuja, despite a court order to stay at the National
Stadium, protesters marched towards the city center
To counteract the protests, the government has launched several initiatives.These include subsidized essential goods centers, a suspension
of import duties on food, and a Youth Internship Scheme for 10,000 Niger Delta youths
Nonetheless, protest organizers persist in their call for systemic change.As the international community watches, there is hope that the
protests will proceed peacefully and constructively
the need for systemic change and the potential for new governance and economic directions.The global focus on these events emphasizes their
