10-Day Protest Kicks Off in Oyo as Demonstrators Take Over Ibadan Roads

Residents of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, took to the streets on Thursday as part of a nationwide protest against widespread hunger and the scarcity of essential commodities.

The protests were organized by various groups and organizations advocating for the welfare of citizens. Demonstrators gathered at strategic locations across Ibadan, including the University of Ibadan, Iwo Road, Mokola Roundabout, and Dugbe.

One group began their protest in front of the University of Ibadan, while others started at Iwo Road, Mokola Roundabout, and Dugbe. Another group marched through the University of Ibadan, Bodija, and Secretariat Road. The procession from Mokola Roundabout passed through the University College Hospital (UCH), Total Garden, and Agodi Gate.

Currently, the protests are concentrated in major areas of the city.

Human rights activist Abiodun Bamgboye, who spoke to reporters on behalf of the group that began at the University of Ibadan, stated that the protests would continue for ten days.

“This protest is going to last for ten days. We understand that many Nigerians live from hand to mouth, and that the majority of our youths have no means of survival. Today is just a dress rehearsal. We urge the residents of Oyo State to prepare,” Bamgboye said.

He also noted that protests would be held daily, with the groups continuing to march and raise awareness of their demands throughout the city.