October Protests: #EndBadGovernance Movement Issues 17-Point Ultimatum to FG

#EndBadGovernance Movement Delivers 17-Point Ultimatum to Federal Government as October Protests Loom

As the #EndBadGovernance movement prepares for nationwide protests set for October 1, 2024, the organizers have delivered a 17-point ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding immediate action on various critical issues. These demands reflect widespread dissatisfaction with the state of governance and the perceived failure of leadership to address the concerns of Nigerian citizens.

Among the top priorities outlined in the ultimatum is the call for the immediate and unconditional release of all protesters currently detained, along with the unfreezing of their assets. The movement also seeks compensation for those who have suffered hardships or been subjected to distress during peaceful demonstrations.

A key figure in the movement, Omoyele Sowore, released the list of demands on Tuesday, emphasizing the necessity for sweeping constitutional reforms. Central to these demands is the scrapping of the 1999 Constitution, which the organizers argue no longer serves the interests of the people. They are calling for its replacement with a new constitution that truly represents the will and diversity of the Nigerian populace.

The movement’s demands also include significant economic and social reforms, such as setting the minimum wage for Nigerian workers at N250,000 per month and investing heavily in the nation’s education system. This includes providing grants, rather than loans, to Nigerian students, and making education free and compulsory for children across the country.

The organizers are also calling for the unconditional release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), and the demilitarization of the South-East region. Additionally, they demand that all individuals detained during the #EndSARS protests and other political detainees be released and compensated for their suffering.

The ultimatum further emphasizes the need for the removal and prosecution of government officials accused of suppressing protests and violating human rights. This reflects the movement’s broader call for accountability and justice in the face of what they describe as ongoing repression and governance failures.

With the October protests on the horizon, the #EndBadGovernance movement’s ultimatum serves as a stark reminder to the government of the growing unrest and the urgent need for reforms. The organizers have made it clear that they will not back down until their demands are met, signaling a potentially significant escalation in civil action if the government fails to respond.

As the countdown to October 1 begins, the country braces for what could be another pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle for better governance and accountability in Nigeria.