Ahead Of October 1 Protest, #EndBadGovernance Campaigners Propose Virtual Discussion With Police

Ahead Of October 1 Protest, #EndBadGovernance Campaigners Propose Virtual Discussion With Police

The Take It Back Movement has suggested a virtual meeting with the Lagos State Police Command due to logistical challenges associated with an in-person gathering. This proposal was detailed in a letter sent to the Assistant Commissioner of Police, Jaiyeoba Joseph, by the group’s legal representatives, Inibehe Effiong Chambers, on Wednesday…….CONTINUE READING

The police had invited key members of the movement, including National Coordinator Sanyaolu Juwon, to meet with the new Commissioner of Police, Olanrewaju Ishola, to discuss “issues of national interests.” However, sources within the organization, speaking anonymously, expressed concerns that a face-to-face meeting could potentially be a tactic to facilitate their arrest.

Benjamin Hundeyin, the state police public relations officer, confirmed the invitation, emphasizing that the meeting would be friendly and that there were no intentions to arrest anyone. The police also indicated that the upcoming October protest would be part of the discussions.

In their letter, the movement’s solicitors explained that many executive members were currently outside Lagos and unable to attend an in-person meeting. “Given the short notice and the absence of several key members of the Take It Back Movement, attending a physical meeting may not be feasible,” the letter stated.

Consequently, the TIB proposed a virtual meeting as a more convenient alternative, allowing all necessary participants to join remotely. The letter further mentioned that if physical attendance was crucial, they would be open to rescheduling the meeting for early October, when all team members could be present.

The protest, scheduled for October 1, 2024, and themed ‘FearlessInOctober,’ aims to address pressing issues such as the economic hardships faced by Nigerians, particularly concerning inflation and fuel scarcity.