Dele Momodu Expresses Concerns Over Nationwide Protests, Warns Protesters
Thompson Nsisongabasi
Jul 25, 2024
Dele Momodu, veteran journalist and publisher of Ovation Magazine, has cautioned against the leadership of faceless individuals in the upcoming nationwide protests scheduled from August 1 to 15. Citing his extensive experience with protests, Momodu emphasized the importance of conducting protests peacefully to avoid mayhem.
Dele Momodu, veteran journalist and the publisher of Ovation Magazine, has expressed concerns over the planned youth-led nationwide protest scheduled for August 1 to 15.
In a post on X on Wednesday, Momodu said there are risks associated with protests led by faceless individuals.
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Drawing from his extensive experience with protests, which spans 46 years since his time at the University of Ife in 1978, Momodu stated: "I have 46 years experience in protests, since 1978 at the University of Ife.
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"There's nothing riskier for a nation than faceless people or a mob leading protests. It is the right of everyone to protest but not the right of anyone to cause mayhem... And government has the right to protect lives and properties.ÔÇØ
He reiterated that while protesting is a fundamental right, it must be conducted in a manner that does not lead to violence or destruction.
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The protest is being organized in response to the escalating economic challenges facing Nigerians, particularly the rising cost of living.
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