FCT Abuja: The protests in Abuja were marked by roadblocks on major roads, particularly the Zuba-Kubwa expressway, where protesters restricted access except for vehicles with leaves. Security forces struggled to disperse the groups, which kept regrouping. In Asokoro, protesters defied gunshots and teargas, marching towards the seat of power and causing significant disruptions. A PREMIUM TIMES journalist was attacked and injured by police while covering the protests.
Lagos State: Protests in Lagos saw police dispersing crowds with teargas at the Lekki tollgate, a site of significance from the 2020 anti-police brutality protests. Demonstrations occurred in Ikeja, Ojota, and Lekki despite a court order restricting protests to designated parks.
Niger State: Soldiers reopened the Abuja-Kaduna highway after protesters had blocked it for hours. There were reports of deaths and arrests following confrontations between security forces and protesters. Hoodlums set part of the Tafa LGA secretariat on fire, leading to 11 arrests.
Nasarawa State: Thousands of youths blocked the Makurdi/Jos highway, making it difficult for security operatives to manage the situation. Protesters held placards demanding President Tinubu's resignation and the reversal of fuel subsidy removal.
Borno State: A 24-hour curfew was declared in response to a bomb explosion and ongoing protests. The curfew was intended to restore peace and order.
Kano State: Violent protests in Kano resulted in the death of one person and the burning of a filling station and the NCC office. The governor declared a 24-hour curfew to curb the escalating violence.
Yobe State: In Potiskum, protesters set seven buses ablaze, prompting a 24-hour curfew in several towns. Security forces struggled to control the violence.
Katsina State: Protests near former President Buhari's residence involved bonfires and chants against hunger and bad governance. The APC office in Dutsinma was burnt, one protester was killed, and a police officer was injured as protests turned violent. Commercial activities were halted as protesters demanded government action on hunger, insecurity, and fuel subsidy restoration.
Oyo State: Hundreds of young people and residents marched across major roads in Ibadan, protesting poor governance and hunger. They demanded the scrapping of the 1999 Constitution, investment in education, reversal of fuel prices, and food price control. The protests were peaceful, with no injuries or acts of violence reported. The protesters vowed to continue until their demands are met.
Overall, the protests highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with the government, marked by significant disruptions, clashes with security forces, and sporadic violence across multiple states.
Akwa Ibom:
- Low protest turnout due to rain.
- Confusion over protest location, initially set at Plaza but changed to Cenotaph.
- Protesters demand end to bad governance, criticize temporary palliatives.
Delta State:
- Four journalists attacked by anti-protesters in Asaba.
- Protesters in Port Harcourt called for constitutional change and reversal of fuel subsidy removal.
Warri and Surrounding Areas:
- Residents avoided protest due to heavy security presence.
- Limited commercial activities and high fuel prices reported.
- Protests in Ughelli and Sapele started late but remained peaceful.
Rivers State
- Governor Fubara appealed for peace, promising improvements in governance.
- Shops, banks, and public offices shut, reflecting widespread support for the protest.
- Protesters in Bayelsa clashed with youths opposed to the hunger protest but were protected by police.
- In Ughelli North, protesters were teargassed by security agents, leading to tyre burning and road blockades.
Edo State:
- Streets deserted in Benin City as major roads and businesses closed.
- Heavy security presence at government buildings.
- Protesters gathered peacefully, demanding better governance and reduced fuel prices.
- Skirmishes reported in outskirts with hoodlums attempting to hijack the protest.
