By Chibuzo Ihegboro
The Edo state governor, Godwin Obaseki stated that the protests were due to policies of the federal government which led to hardship for Nigerians.
Obaseki said, “The protest is obviously the result of the difficult living conditions which Nigerians have had to endure particularly over the last one year, arising from various policies that have been implemented by the Federal Government.
These policies have taken a severe toll on citizens who have had to endure astronomic high food prices, high transportation costs, galloping inflation and loss of operating capital by small business owners across the country.
“In Edo State, we have taken several actions within our constitutional authority to reduce the suffering and hardship of our people by showing empathy and supporting our people to weather and survive this trying time despite the challenges witnessed across the nation.”
Protests continued on Sunday in Edo State at Agho Junction on Ekehuan Road where the protesters held a church service, sang and danced while praising God and calling for an end to bad governance.
The protesters barricaded the road during the church service, restricting vehicular movements.
Soldiers in convoy patrolled the major roads in the state with a view to clear any barricade placed.
