One of the groups organizing the planned nationwide protest slated for August 1 to 10, ‘Take It Back Movement’, has written to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory requesting permission to use Eagles Square, Abuja.
In a letter dated July 26, 2024, and addressed to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capitol Territory (FCT), the group said it plans to use the place as a point of convergence for the protest.
The letter also urged Wike to ensure the provision of a 24-hour power supply, toilet facilities, water, and security for the convenience of Nigerian citizens who will be camped out at Eagle Square.
The letter, titled, ‘Request for use of Eagles Square Abuja For #ENDBADGOVERNANCE Protest, signed by its Director of Mobilization, Damilare Adenola’, a copy sighted by Africa Health Report (AHR), read in part: “As one of the groups organizing the forthcoming #EndBadGovernance protest. #DaysOfRage starting from August 1st to 10th, 2024; we at the Take it Back Movement (TIB), write to your esteemed office, to notify you of our decision to use the Eagles Square as a point of convergence for patriotic Nigerians to demand for better governance.
“This request entails using this national asset-day and night for the duration of the nistoric protest. Also, note that the protest may be prolonged beyond ten days as we embark on resolving the protracted national crisis occasioned by the ruling party.
“In short, we ask that the protesters are accorded the courtesy accorded to foreign and local official dignitaries who have frequently used the space. In addition, we request that the outer wire mesh barrier facing the Aso Rock Villa be removed in the meantime, as protesters may decide to visit the Presidential during the protest.
“It is our sincere hope that this request will be granted expeditiously.”
