Protesters began assembling in Lagos on June 12 to demand better governance, as police deployed heavily around Ikeja underbridge ahead of planned demonstrations.
- Civil groups, activists gathered at Ikeja underbridge to mark Democracy Day
- Protest focused on economic hardship and insecurity under Tinubu's government
- Heavy police presence, especially from Area F Command, observed early
- Protest had not fully kicked off by press time, but tension was high
- Officers remained on standby as crowds slowly built
June 12 has long been symbolic of the people’s fight for democracy in Nigeria but for many, it's now also a reminder of unmet promises. With inflation biting and security concerns growing, protesters see the day as a moral checkpoint. The heavy security presence speaks volumes about the state’s response cautious, perhaps nervous. The mood? Watchful. Determined. And possibly volatile.
As the nation remembers its democratic journey, one question hangs in the air: has the promise of June 12 been fulfilled? Watch for updates as the protests unfold.
