Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Edo State announced yesterday their withdrawal from the nationwide protest against poor governance and hunger.
Curtis Ugbebor, one of the protest leaders, cited intelligence reports and the need to reassess their strategy as reasons for the withdrawal.
“At this juncture, based on intelligence reports, the CSOs are pulling back from the protest to restrategize. However, this does not mean that Nigerians who wish to express themselves cannot continue,” Ugbebor stated.
He added, “We have made significant progress and have clearly communicated our demands to the government. This has been achieved without bloodshed or property destruction. We will persist in ensuring that the federal and state governments address the demands of the Edo people.”
Another protest leader, Emmanuel Ogude, urged the government to address the issue of hunger in the country and suggested that politicians should earn minimum wage.
“Every politician wanting to serve should be placed under the national minimum wage due to the widespread hunger. We demand the electricity tariff and fuel prices be reverted to the levels at which this administration found them. All federal roads leading to Edo State must be repaired immediately. We expect the government to heed our demands,” Ogude emphasized.
Despite the CSOs’ withdrawal, a large crowd of protesters gathered at Ring Road, the protest venue, yesterday. They danced to popular songs and moved around the area, demonstrating their continued commitment to the cause.
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