As President Bola Tinubu prepares to address the National Assembly on June 12 in commemoration of Democracy Day, tensions are building across the country with planned nationwide protests led by the Take It Back Movement.
The group has called for peaceful demonstrations in major cities and has appealed to the police for protection to ensure order during the gatherings. Protesters are expected to converge at key locations such as the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, Eagle Square in Abuja, and designated sites in Edo, Rivers, Yobe, Oyo, Plateau, Delta, and Kano states.
Organizers say the protests are aimed at drawing attention to issues of governance, democratic accountability, and citizens’ welfare.
The Take It Back Movement emphasized that the protests are intended to be peaceful, urging security agencies to support the safe and orderly conduct of the demonstrations.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu’s Democracy Day address is expected to highlight the achievements of his administration and outline future plans. The address will form part of activities marking the historic June 12, 1993, elections — a symbol of Nigeria’s democratic struggle.
The coming days are likely to test the balance between citizens’ right to protest and the government’s efforts to maintain public order during the national holiday.
