Some protesters who participated in the August 1-10
#EndBadGovernance protest have been remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre after
being charged with treason.
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court sitting in
Abuja ordered their remand pending the hearing and ruling on their bail
application slated for September 11, 2024.
He fixed the sate on Monday after they pleaded not guilty to
the six-count charge, bordering on terrorism slammed against them by the
Federal Government.
Details later…
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Freedom of protest and speech: This case raises questions about how Nigeria is handling protests and dissent, particularly when peaceful demonstrations are met with charges like treason.
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