Tinubu’s Minister Meets Resistance At Abuja Protest

Protesters at Eagles Square in Abuja rejected Minister of State for Youth Development Ayodele Olawande’s attempt to address them, chanting “hunger dey” and drowning out his voice.

However, after calming the crowd, Olawande assured them he wasn’t there to suppress the protest, citing his own experience participating in numerous demonstrations.

“I’m not here to fight you or stop your protest; it’s your right,” he said.

He also promised to address the police regarding their use of canisters against the protesters.

Despite Olawande’s efforts, the protesters refused to relocate to the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, citing a recent parallel protest that occurred without police interference.