Uprising of the Youth: Protests Erupt Across Nigeria Amid Economic Despair

 Youths Defy Police Warning, Stage Protests in Lagos, Abuja, Rivers, Others


By Audoz Buzz Newsroom


Despite stern warnings and a heavy police presence, thousands of Nigerian youths on Monday took to the streets in major cities including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Benin to demand urgent reforms and an end to what they call decades of government failure and rising hardship.


The protests, organized under various banners such as #EnoughIsEnough and #EndHardshipNow, gained momentum through social media platforms where activists and influencers mobilized the youth, encouraging them to “stand for their future.”


In Lagos, protesters gathered at the iconic Lekki Toll Gate, chanting slogans and waving placards with messages like “We Are Not Lazy”, “No Jobs, No Peace”, and “We Can’t Breathe in This Economy.” The atmosphere was intense but largely peaceful, with demonstrators blocking roads and forming human chains as police watched from a distance.


“We’re tired of promises. We’re tired of recycling leaders. We’re tired of struggling for crumbs while the powerful live in luxury,” said Mary Eze, a 23-year-old recent graduate from UNILAG, speaking with Audoz Buzz at the scene. “This is not just about politics anymore. It’s about survival.”


In Abuja, hundreds marched from the Unity Fountain to the National Assembly complex, carrying symbolic caskets to represent the “death of hope.” Security operatives attempted to barricade the protesters but were overwhelmed by the sheer number and determination of the crowd.


Port Harcourt also saw massive turnout, with youths flooding the streets of Mile 3 and Garrison. Despite the deployment of anti-riot units, the protests remained focused, with demonstrators demanding lower fuel prices, better electricity supply, and an end to police brutality.


The Nigeria Police Force had earlier issued a public advisory, warning that “unauthorized protests will not be tolerated,” citing concerns over public safety and national security. In some areas, teargas was deployed to disperse crowds, sparking clashes and arrests. Videos of scuffles and brutality quickly circulated online, further fueling anger.


Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong condemned the police crackdown. “Peaceful assembly is a constitutional right. These youths are simply demanding accountability and basic dignity,” he said.


Meanwhile, the Federal Government has yet to issue an official statement addressing the grievances, but sources within the presidency hinted at an emergency security meeting scheduled for Tuesday morning.


Observers say this wave of protest could mark a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s democratic history, reminiscent of the #EndSARS movement of 2020, which drew global attention and forced structural police reforms—at least on paper.


As night fell, many protesters vowed to return to the streets the next day.


“This is not a one-day thing,” said Tunde Ibrahim, a protest leader in Lagos. “We’ll be here tomorrow, next week, until something changes. Nigeria must work for everyone, not just the elite.”


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