Recent developments in Nigeria have raised concerns about the government’s response to the upcoming #EndBadGovernance protests, set to take place from August 1 to 15.
Reports suggest that the Tinubu administration may have engaged a northern group to undermine these protests, which aim to address long-standing issues of governance and accountability in the country.
The Coalition for Transparency and Economic Reforms (COTER), a collective of 259 civil society organizations, has publicly condemned the protests, characterizing them as potentially violent and driven by political agendas.
They are preparing to organize a counter-rally called #ProtectNigeriaRally, with the intention of maintaining order and preventing a repeat of the unrest seen during the 2020 #EndSARS protests.
COTER’s statements reflect a broader concern about the potential for civil unrest and the impact of these protests on national stability.
By framing the #EndBadGovernance protests as a threat, they are calling on security forces to take preemptive measures to ensure peace.
This situation underscores the ongoing tensions in Nigeria regarding governance and the public’s demand for accountability.