Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate and prominent activist, has affirmed his unwavering commitment to proceed with the scheduled pr0test on October 1, aimed at addressing the prevalent hard-ships in the nation.
This decision comes in defiance of explicit war.nings issued by both the Federal Government and the Nigerian Police Force.
Sowore, who appears to be one of the organisers of the protest, confirmed on his social media platform on Monday that the nationwide pr0test will hold peacefully across the country, with the main event taking place at Eagles Square Abuja.
According to Sowore, the pr0tests are a response to the widespread devastation, hùnger, insecurity, and har-dship infl!cted on Nigerians by the current government.
He cited the recent increase in petrol prices, devaluation of the naira, and rising market prices as justification for the demonstration.
“The pr0tests will hold across all parts of Nigeria because the scale of the devastation, hùnger, insecurity, and har.dship that this government has unleashed on Nigerians is national,” Sowore stated
Sowore emphasised that the pr0tests will be peaceful, contrary to government fears.
“We will not be deterred by thr£ats or violence. Our only w£apon is truth, and no amount of force will prevent us from speaking truth to power.”
The activist also highlighted the takeover of communities by bandits and devastating fl00ds in cities across Nigeria.
“Under these circumstances, can anyone be surprised that Nigerians want to voice their displeasure with this government’s fa!lure to address the issues affecting them?” he asked.
Sowore assured that thousands will participate in the peaceful pr0test, stressing that the government cannot silence the voices of the Nigerian people.
The Federal Government and Nigerian Police Force have war.ned against the pr0test, citing concerns about public safety and potential d!sruptions.
However, Sowore remains resolute, stating, “We are fully prepared. Our organizers are on the ground and will not be going into h!ding. These are revolutionary times; Nigerians will hit the streets en masse starting from 7 am on October 1.”
The October 1 pr0test is expected to be one of the largest demonstrations against the current government’s policies.
Peoplesmind