The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion seeking to restrain ongoing #End Bad Governance in Nigeria protests.
The case, filed as an ex parte application on August 12, 2024, aimed to secure an interim injunction against various organizations involved in the protests. Justice Peter Lifu, presiding over the case (FHC/ABS/CS/1149/2024), dismissed the application on Monday, citing procedural deficiencies.
The applicants, represented by lawyer Tsembelee Sorkaa, argued that the protests posed a threat to their fundamental rights, including the right to life, personal liberty, and economic development.
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They named 19 respondents in the suit, including prominent activist groups such as Take It Back Movement, Concerned Nigerians, and the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Also listed were the Attorney General of the Federation and various security agencies.
However, the judge ruled that the motion was prematurely filed without the necessary supporting affidavit, thereby invalidating the request for an interim injunction and substituted service.
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The protests, which have seen thousands take to the streets of Abuja and other major cities across Nigeria, were organized by groups demanding government action on several issues, including the reinstatement of fuel subsidies and a reduction in electricity tariffs. Despite a 10-day demonstration period, President Bola Tinubu has yet to respond to the protesters’ demands.
In response to the court’s decision, Abiodun Sanusi, a prominent activist, vowed that the movement would return to the streets if the government fails to address their concerns. He announced plans for a “10-million-person march” across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, should the demands continue to be ignored.
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As tensions rise, the prospect of further mass demonstrations looms large, with protesters expressing growing frustration over the government’s perceived indifference to the socio-economic challenges facing the nation.
