BREAKING: Wike Gives Strict Conditions for Hunger Protest at Eagles Square

• A group led by Damilare Adenola has formally requested the use of Eagles Square for the planned protest over economic hardship and hunger in Abuja
• The group reportedly demanded a 24-hour power supply, utilities, and security to accommodate protesters
• In reaction, FCT minister Nyesom Wike explained what the protest organisers should do to get access to Eagles Square before August 1

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

FCT, Abuja - Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has said protesters who wish to use the Eagles Square must apply properly for their scheduled protest on August 1.

Wike stated this at a Town Hall Meeting held in Abuja on Saturday, July 27.

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Recall that a group led by Damilare Adenola, had written to the minister requesting the use of the Square for its protest.

The group, in a statement released on Friday, July 26, also seek the provision of security and utilities for the duration of the protest.

"Pay security costs," Wike sets conditions for protest in Abuja

Reacting, Wike said the group had only applied via social media and television appearances.

Speaking further, the FCT minister noted that the organisers of the protest must apply properly, meet with him, and pay a security cost before such a request could be granted.

Interestingly, Wike demanded a formal application process and security fees.

“We don’t just give people the venue because they have applied; you must fulfil the conditions,” Wike said.

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Sowore dares Wike over protest

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Omoyele Sowore, the AAC presidential candidate in the 2023 election, disclosed that the trending hunger protest would begin in Abuja.

Sowore's declaration came a day after the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, said the Nigerian capital is not available for any protest now.

Nigerian governments, security agencies and traditional rulers have warned against the protest, citing security concerns.

Source: Legit.ng