I Am Still Awaiting Letter For Eagle Square Protest – Wike

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike stated no formal request has been made for the use of Eagle Square for the #EndBadGovernance protest, emphasizing the need to follow official channels.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, announced that his office has not received any formal request for the use of Eagle Square for the planned #EndBadGovernance protest set to begin on August 1.

This announcement was made during a town hall meeting on Saturday with key stakeholders in the FCT. Wike emphasized the importance of following proper channels for such requests instead of relying on social media.

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“No letter has been sent to my office requesting the use of Eagle Square for the planned protest,” he said.

He advised the organizers to submit their requests through official means, ensuring due process is followed. The FCT Minister reiterated his opposition to the planned protest, warning that the Federal Capital Territory would not be available for such activities.

“For those who want to protest on the 1st, FCT is not available for such protests,” Wike asserted, urging residents to avoid participating in any disruptive acts.

The town hall meeting, aimed at fostering communication between the FCT administration and residents, saw the attendance of several key figures, including the FCT Minister of State, Mariya Mahmoud, area council chairmen, traditional rulers, representatives from religious and political bodies, as well as women and youth groups.

Discussions at the meeting centred on addressing grievances with the current administration and exploring potential solutions.

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“The protesters should not just use social media to send a message to my office. They should rather pass through the appropriate channels,” he advised.

The protest, which is tagged #EndBadGovernance, has been widely discussed on social media platforms, gaining significant traction among Nigerians frustrated with the current economic conditions and governance issues.

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