Prominent lawyer, Mr Femi Falana (SAN), his son – Mr Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, alongside civil society organisations, youth groups, and others, on Friday June 12, staged a protest in Lagos.
Chanting, the protesters converged at Ikeja Under Bridge, carrying placards with various inscriptions, calling for end to insecurity, hunger, bad governance, and anti-people policies.
Speaking during the protest, Mr Femi Falana called for the immediate release of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, expressing concern over their welfare in captivity. He also highlighted broader issues of injustice, insecurity and poverty confronting Nigerians.
Also addressing the protesters, Falz bemoaned what he described as worsening insecurity and economic hardship across the country. He urged the government to do more in its responsibility towards the citizens.
Also speaking, human rights activist, Mr Olumide Ogunsanwo, called for stronger government action to ensure better governance, and to tackle insecurity across the country.
Security operatives maintained presence around the protest venue and monitored activities throughout the demonstration.
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