Renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), and his son, popular Nigerian musician Folarin Falana, widely known as Falz, joined protesters in Lagos on Friday as demonstrations against hardship, insecurity and poor governance continued across the country.
The protesters gathered at the Ikeja Underbridge area of Lagos, voicing concerns over the worsening economic situation and rising insecurity in Nigeria.
Carrying placards with various inscriptions, the demonstrators called on the government to take urgent steps to address the country’s security challenges and improve citizens’ living conditions. They lamented that many Nigerians continue to suffer the consequences of policies they described as unfavourable.
Some of the messages displayed on the placards included: “No Democracy Without Security,” “End Insecurity and Kidnapping,” “End Bad Governance,” and “Free All Abducted Children, Teachers, Farmers.”
The protest comes amid growing public concern over the increasing cases of kidnapping, banditry and violent attacks in different parts of the country.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier addressed the nation, assuring Nigerians that his administration remains committed to tackling the security challenges facing the country.
The President, who is expected to seek re-election in 2027, pledged that Nigeria would overcome its security problems and restore peace across affected communities.
