The Take-It-Back Movement has called on Nigerians to unite and brace for the upcoming #FearlessInOctober protest, aimed at addressing the rising hardship under President Bola Tinubu-led government.
The pro-democracy group described Tinubu’s policies as a symbol of corruption and economic oppression, while further criticising his administration for the skyrocketing cost of living in Nigeria.
In a statement released on Tuesday via its official X handle (formerly Twitter), the movement encouraged Nigerians to mark October 1 for a nationwide protest under the hashtags #FearlessInOctober and #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria2.0.
The statement read: “Nigerians, brace yourselves: General Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a symbol of hardship and corruption, has taken the helm. Mark your calendars for October 1 and join the #FearlessInOctober #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria2.0 protest to fight for our nation’s future and end the oppressive rule.”
The protest comes as Nigerians struggle with unprecedented fuel price hikes following the removal of petrol subsidies in May 2023.
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According to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), prices now range from N855 to N897 per litre, depending on the location. Independent marketers have adjusted their prices even higher, ranging from N930 to N1,200 per litre.
Since the subsidy removal, petrol prices have more than tripled, worsening the economic challenges faced by citizens who rely heavily on fuel for transportation and electricity generation.
With October 1 fast approaching, the Take-It-Back Movement’s call is expected to ignite further debate on the state of the nation’s leadership and the impact of Tinubu’s policies.
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