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Nigerians Plan Major Protests Over Economic Crisis

Nationwide demonstrations set to begin Thursday, driven by inflation and government policies

  • Organizers call for 10 days of protests against high living costs and economic hardship.
  • Government fears protests could turn violent, recalling the 2020 #EndSARS movement.
  • Security forces deployed in major cities; government offers dialogue but protesters remain resolute.
  • Economic reforms, including fuel subsidy removal, have exacerbated inflation and public discontent.
  • Youth-led movements draw inspiration from recent successful protests in Kenya.
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