10 Protesters Face Treason Charges
A Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded 10 protesters in prison over their involvement in the #EndBadGovernance protests.
Judge Sets Trial Date
Justice Emeka Nwite remanded nine male protesters in Kuje prison and a female protester in Suleja, with the trial set to begin on September 11.
Protesters Accused of Treason, Mutiny
The protesters face six counts of alleged treason, intent to destabilize Nigeria, conspiracy to commit felony, and inciting to mutiny.
Amnesty International Condemns Trials
Amnesty International Nigeria has condemned the trials, calling them a “sham” and a “disguised exercise to punish dissenters”.
Protesters Demand Economic Reforms
The protests, which took place from August 1-10, were staged against economic hardship and demanded reforms such as the restoration of petrol subsidies and forex regime.
Violence Erupts During Protests
The protests turned violent in some states, with reports of looting and burning of vehicles and buildings. Police denied killing any protesters, despite reports of excessive force and misuse of tear gas.
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