In a letter to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, the organisers of the planned #DaysOfRage and #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests are requesting permission to utilise Eagle Square from August 1 to August 10, 2024.
Under the banner of the Take It Back Movement (TIB), the demonstrators call for basic amenities like power, water, and security as well as unrestricted access to the site around-the-clock.
Recall that on Thursday, Wike advised the people of the Federal Capital Territory to celebrate the traditional rulers’ receipt of certificates of recognition from the Area Council, instead of protesting on August 1.
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The minister declared that the FCT will not be open to protestors on the day designated for this event.
But in a letter that Damilare Adenola signed, TIB’s Director of Mobilisation, the protesters, among other requests, have demanded the removal of the outer wire mesh barrier facing Aso Rock Villa, allowing them to visit the Presidential Villa during the protest.
The letter read, “I write you as the Director of Mobilization, Take it Back Movement (TIB) to your office to grant us access to the Eagles Square between August 1st and 10th, 2024, for our #DaysOfRage, #EndBadGovernance protest.
“This request entails using this national asset day and night for the duration of the historic protest.
“Also, note that the protest may be prolonged beyond ten days as we embark on the protracted crisis occasioned by the ruling party.
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“Further, your office must also ensure the provision of a 24-hour power supply, toilet facilities, water, and security for the convenience of Nigerian citizens who will be camped out at Eagle Square.
“In short, we ask that the protesters are accorded the courtesy accorded to foreign and local official dignitaries who have frequently used the space.
“In addition, we request that the outer wire mesh barrier facing the Aso Rock Villa be removed in the meantime, as protesters may decide to visit the Presidential Villa during the protest.
“It is our sincere hope that this request will be granted expeditiously.”
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