FCT Not Available for Protests, Says Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, announced that his administration will not permit the planned #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria protests scheduled to start on August 1, 2024. This declaration was made during a media briefing in Abuja on Thursday, following a security council meeting with heads of security agencies and Area Council Chairmen of the FCT.

Wike emphasized the significance of the day, which has been set aside to present certificates to traditional rulers in the six area councils of the FCT. While acknowledging the prevalent hunger and challenges facing the country, he stressed that the President is actively working to address these issues.

“We are all aware of the threat as regards what some people may call #Endbadgovernance protest. We believe that yes, we have the right to protest; we have the right to demonstrate, but all these have to come within the ambit of the law,” Wike stated.

He called for patience and collective effort among Nigerians to overcome the nation’s difficulties, highlighting the changes in the FCT since the current administration took office.

Wike noted, “Mr. President has given the FCT so much support, that is why all of us can attest to the fact that there are a lot of changes going on in the FCT, and therefore we will not allow anybody to set us back.”

In his closing remarks, Wike reiterated that the FCT would not be available for protests on August 1, encouraging citizens to join in celebrating the administration’s achievements instead.