Ahead of the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest, Abuja residents have started stockpiling their homes with food and medicines, The Guardian
has learnt. Organisers of the planned protest, billed for August 1 to 10, insist that it is aimed at addressing both economic hardships and longstanding systemic issues, such as corruption. A cross-section of residents in the…
Organisers of the planned protest, billed for August 1 to 10, insist that it is aimed at addressing both economicA cross-section of residents in the Federal Capital Territory told The Guardian that they were getting prepared for the protest by buying enough food and drugs that would last them while the action lasted.
Our correspondent observed that while residents are rushing for staple foods like garri, rice, potato, and noodle, most people are avoiding yam due to the high cost.“The person I usually patronise for food stuff called that I should stock my home because they are not sure if the market would open during the protest period. Even though we are yet to be paid salary, I had to look for money elsewhere to buy foodstuff and restock my husband’s high blood pressure and diabetes drugs,” she said.
His words: “Before the protest commences, I would ensure I mobilise my wife properly to ensure nothing is lacking at home. During the EndSARS protest, I failed to plan and we paid dearly for it. This time, I won’t take chances. I have learnt a bitter lesson never to underestimate any protest or demonstration in Nigeria. Things may go south and if you fail to plan adequately, you will have yourself to blame.
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The organised civil society under the umbrella of United Action Front of Civil Society yesterday warned the government at all levels against any form of intimidation against protesters during the August 1 to 10 nationwide protests against hunger.
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