The Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has called for nationwide protests on Nigeria’s Independence Day, October 1 CHRICED’s Executive Director, Dr Ibrahim Zikirullahi, listed ten reasons for the protests Zikirullahi emphasized that Nigeria's democracy is in jeopardy, with poor governance, rising ethnic and religious divisions, among others Don't miss out! Join Legit.ng's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! FCT, Abuja - The Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has called for nationwide protests on Nigeria’s Independence Day, October 1. In an exclusive interview with Legit.
ng , the centre urged citizens to take to the streets to demand justice and reforms. Legit.ng reports that this follows in the footsteps of the #EndBadGovernance protest , a movement in which young Nigerians rose against economic hardship and corruption.
Dr. Ibrahim Zikirullahi, Executive Director of CHRICED, warned that Nigerians cannot remain silent in the face of growing injustice and deteriorating living conditions. Read also October 1 protesters asked to immediately cancel proposed demonstration, details emerge PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! His words: “We are not docile.
We are not cowards. Nigerians must rise to reclaim their dignity. "We cannot be silenced while our leaders continue to enrich themselves at the expense of the people.
" CHRICED’s 10 reasons for October 1 protest Zikirullah.