Seventy-six #EndBadGovernance protesters, primarily minors, were arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja, facing serious charges including treason and conspiracy.
The hearing, presided over by Justice Obiora Egwuatu, revealed alarming conditions, as several defendants appeared malnourished and in distress, with four requiring urgent medical attention during the proceedings.
The protesters were arrested during nationwide demonstrations from August 1 to 10, 2024, which were ignited by widespread economic hardship affecting many Nigerians.
The group faces a 10-count charge, with accusations of intent to destabilize the nation, raising significant concerns about the severity and implications of such charges.
Arrests took place across various states, including Abuja, Kaduna, Gombe, Jos, Katsina, and Kano.
As the court resumed its session, charges were read individually to the protesters, drawing attention to the broader implications of the government’s response to public dissent.
