The ongoing nationwide protest entered its fifth day on Monday, with demonstrators moving from Nelson Mandela Freedom Park in Osogbo to major streets across the town.
The protest, which began around 10:05 a.m., saw protesters marching to various locations, including Igbonna Market, Aiyetoro Stadium, and eventually converging at Olaiya Bridge.
The procession caused significant traffic disruptions, leaving motorists scrambling for alternative routes.
However, the presence of security personnel helped ease the gridlock and ensured the safety of lives and property.
Security forces on duty included the Nigeria Police, the Department of State Security, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, the Federal Road Safety Corps, the Nigeria Immigration Service, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
One of the protesters, Mr. Akin Ashafat, also known as “Government,” expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s response to their demands.
“The government has yet to address our demands. We will continue to protest until all demands are met for the best interest of Nigerians,” Ashafat stated.
Mr. Segun Oyewale, spokesperson for the Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens (CCNC) in Osun, echoed similar sentiments, urging the government to take concrete steps toward resolving the issues raised by the protesters.
“We call on the government to implement a price control mechanism to regulate food commodity prices and to provide scholarships instead of student loans,” Oyewale said.
He also emphasized the need for the president to reduce the price of petroleum and address the nation’s inflation.
The protesters have vowed to continue their demonstrations until their demands are met, putting pressure on the government to take immediate action.
