For the tenth consecutive day, youths in Oyo State have taken to the streets in a growing wave of protests, demanding an end to what they describe as years of bad governance in Nigeria. The protests, which have drawn large crowds across the state, have gained momentum since Saturday when Oyo responded in full force to the nationwide One-million-man March, further amplifying their call for change.
The ongoing demonstrations are part of a broader movement sweeping across Nigeria, with young people expressing their frustration over issues such as corruption, unemployment, inadequate infrastructure, and the rising cost of living. Protesters in Oyo, many of whom are students and young professionals, have been vocal in their demands for better governance, transparency, and accountability from their leaders.
Carrying placards with slogans such as “Enough is Enough,” “We Deserve Better,” and “End Bad Governance Now,” the youths have marched through major streets in Ibadan, the state capital, and other key towns in Oyo. The protests have remained largely peaceful, with organizers urging participants to maintain order while making their voices heard.
Saturday’s One-million-man March, which saw massive participation in Oyo, was a pivotal moment in the ongoing protests. It served as a rallying point for youths in the state, who turned out in large numbers to show solidarity with their counterparts in other parts of the country. The event, which was part of a coordinated nationwide effort, highlighted the growing discontent among Nigeria’s youth population.
However, protest leaders have maintained that their grievances must be addressed urgently, calling for immediate action to tackle the root causes of the issues they have raised.
As the protests continue, there is increasing pressure on both state and federal governments to respond to the demands of the youths. The movement, which has garnered widespread support on social media, is being closely watched as a potential catalyst for broader political and social change in Nigeria.
With no signs of the protests abating, all eyes are on Oyo and the rest of the country to see how the government will address the growing calls for reform.
