Organizers of the 'End Bad Governance' movement have dismissed a proposal by the Inspector General Of Police (IGP) to limit protests to certain areas as advertised. Many people considered the proposal an attempt to gag democracy, resulting in widespread criticism and a new wave of activism among civil society.
A call to end bad governance is not just a plea for change, but also an appeal made with justice, transparency and accountability in mind. The sense of alienation that many people have experienced under the status quo makes them view any effort to control protests as another attempt to dampen their volume.
Facts - The "End Bad Governance" movement is a broad tent of people working together to demand better governance and change. In turning down the IGP's idea, organizers are reasserting their dedication to these ideas and explicit protest rights for each citizen.
And this has given renewed hope to the fans. Solidarity messages dominated social media platforms and more people joined the hashtag #EndBadGovernance. This movement has also been able to get people from all spheres of life on the streets, which suggests that this change is needed at large.
As we watch history being made, we need to remain informed and invested. This is about resolving current issues of governance and charting a new course for the Nigerian state. It is a wake-up call for all citizens to come together and ask, for better government, more scrutiny and transparency.
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