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Tinubu’s Broadcast: Protesters Continue Demonstration in Lagos, Osun etc

Despite President Bola Tinubu's call to suspend further protests, the #EndBadgovernance protests in Lagos and Osun states resumed peacefully yesterday.

Key Points:

- PROTESTS RESUME: Despite President Tinubu's call, protests continued in Lagos and Osun.

- Presidential Address: President Tinubu urged dialogue; protesters expressed disappointment but saw it as a victory.

- Lagos Response: Governor Sanwo-Olu praised peaceful conduct, assured normalcy.

- Osun Response: Governor Adeleke assured quality governance and commitment to addressing concerns.

- Ogun Appeal: Governor Abiodun called for patience and understanding regarding economic policies.

- Optimistic Outlook: Senator Akinyelure assured positive changes and youth empowerment under President Tinubu's administration.



In Lagos, protesters gathered at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park in Ojota, while in Osun State, they convened at Freedom Park in Osogbo.

The protest organizers criticized President Tinubu, stating, “The President cannot offer an olive branch while at the same time holding a dagger to our throat.” 

Presidential Address and Protesters’ Response


In his State of the Nation broadcast, President Tinubu acknowledged the protesters' concerns and urged them to embrace dialogue. However, the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Organising Committee, through a statement by Hassan Taiwo, Ayoyinka Oni, and Adegboyega Adeniji, expressed disappointment. They viewed the President’s address as a significant victory for their movement, stating, “Without our courage and resolve, even this acknowledgement would not have happened.”


Lagos: Governor Sanwo-Olu’s Response


Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commended the protest organizers in Lagos for calling off the protest following the President’s broadcast. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, assured that Lagos is peaceful and urged Lagosians to resume their normal activities without fear.



Osun: Governor Adeleke’s Assurances


In Osun State, economic activities resumed as some banks offered skeletal services. Governor Ademola Adeleke commended the peaceful conduct of the protesters and assured them of quality governance. He emphasized his administration's commitment to addressing the people's concerns and working with the federal government.


Ogun: Governor Abiodun’s Appeal


Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State called for patience and understanding from Nigerians, emphasizing the need for time to feel the impact of current economic policies. He commended the state's students and youths for their constructive engagement during the protests.

Senator Akinyelure’s Optimism

Senator Ayo Akinyelure assured that despite the harsh economic realities, Nigerians would soon experience positive changes under President Tinubu's administration. He highlighted the government's efforts to develop youth empowerment programs across the country.


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