The #EndBadGovernance Movement has declared October 1 as a 'National Day of Survival' to protest the government's handling of economic policies and worsening living conditions in Nigeria.
Some civil society organisations under the aegis of #EndBadGovernance Movement, have declared October 1, 2024 as a ‘National Day of Survival’, to protest the prevailing economic hardship sweeping through the country.
The movement cited the lack of action from the federal government despite the #EndBadGovernance protests of August.They said the protest aims to address grievances surrounding the fuel price hike, rising food costs, and the impact of inflation on the livelihoods of ordinary Nigerians.The movement accused the administration of pursuing policies that disproportionately affect the poor, resulting in mass unemployment, inflation, and food insecurity.
“Many are starving as the increase in fuel price has also impacted food prices. Inflation has rendered the N70,000 new National Minimum Wage irrelevant and incapable of bringing any relief to Nigerian workers.“At the same time, the sharp rise in the cost of imported goods has rendered traders and shopkeepers redundant as shops are overflowing with goods that no one is ready to buy.
“Rather than celebrate, October 1st should be a day to fight for the survival of democratic rights and the dignity of the Nigerian people,” they added. They noted that in Lagos, the protest will commence at Ikeja under bridge at 7:30am, with participants marching through various streets to raise awareness.
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