Warri, the bustling commercial capital of Delta state, was abuzz with activity on Thursday as thousands of protesters took to the streets to voice their grievances.
The nationwide protests, which began simultaneously in various cities across the country, were sparked by widespread discontent with the government’s handling of the economy.
As the protesters marched through the streets, they chanted slogans and waved placards demanding an end to the fuel price hike, restoration of affordable electricity tariffs, and reduction of import duties to their previous rates.
The atmosphere was electric, with many protesters expressing frustration and anger at the government’s policies.
“I’m here because I can’t afford to feed my family anymore,” said one protester, a young mother of two. “The cost of living has become too high, and I’m tired of struggling to make ends meet.”
The protests were not limited to Warri alone. In Lagos and Abuja, thousands more protesters gathered, demanding an end to bad governance and calling for transparency and accountability in government.
As the protests continued, a heavy presence of security operatives, including police and soldiers, was visible in the protest areas. While some protesters expressed concern about the potential for violence, others remained defiant, insisting that their voices would be heard.
“We won’t back down until our demands are met,” said a protest leader in Warri. “We’re tired of being ignored, and we’re determined to bring about change.”
As the day drew to a close, the protesters vowed to continue their demonstrations until their demands were met. With the government yet to respond to their grievances, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days.
