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Human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has called on the Nigerian Communications Commission to ensure uninterrupted internet access during the planned #EndBadGovernance protest.

This follows outrage on social media, with many Nigerians sharing their experiences and complaints on platform X that their SIM cards were barred despite completing the linking exercise.

The nationwide protest, scheduled to commence on August 1, aims to draw attention to the country’s economic woes and demand improved living conditions.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the Senior Advocate of Nigeria cautioned telecom companies against attempting to stifle the upcoming demonstration against economic hardship by limiting internet access for Nigerians.

Adegboruwa warned that any attempt to restrict internet connectivity would be seen as an attempt to sabotage the citizens’ right to free speech and assembly.

He emphasised the importance of ensuring uninterrupted internet access during the protest, allowing Nigerians to exercise their democratic rights without hindrance.

“For the past few days, some telecom companies have been disconnecting their subscribers for flimsy and untenable reasons.

“Some allege lack of NIN registration or linking, while others didn’t give any reason at all.

“This action is coming on the heels of the proposed struggle of the people against hunger, poverty, suffering, and the suffocating economic policies of the Tinubu administration,” the SAN said.

Adegboruwa emphasised that the contract between telecom companies and their subscribers remains sacrosanct and should not be tampered with arbitrarily.

He added, “Sufficient information and opportunity should be given for subscribers to remedy any alleged breach or error. So many telephone users deploy their numbers for their businesses and other lawful engagements, not to mention those who may have medical and health-related emergencies.

“The NCC is urged to look into this and come to the rescue of the subscribers.”

The human rights activist had notified security agencies, requesting protection for planned public meetings, rallies, and processions organised by the Take It Back Movement, its members, and other patriotic Nigerians and groups.

In a letter dated Friday, July 26, 2024, Adegboruwa, writing as solicitor to the Take It Back Movement, informed the Inspector General of Police and the Director of the Department of State Services that the planned rallies would commence from August 1 to 10, 2024, or any time thereafter.

He said the rallies would be held at the Eagle Square in Abuja and other public spaces in the capital cities of the 36 states and the headquarters of the 774 local government councils.

Source: https://punchng.com/NCC-urged-to-ensure-uninterrupted-internet-access-during-protest

But Tilumbu and his APC bandwagons protested peacefully during the time of GEJ, so why are they scared of the same protest despite there lies and deceit.

This is just another way to keep the chaos flowing.

If the protest is meant to disrupt, then they should not expect smooth sailing. Internet or no internet, the real issue is the unrest brewing.

Let’s be real, are we really expecting anything constructive from this?

MTN has started their own

Hunger motivated protest is the worst protest for a government because it can't be tamped, cos even if you stop protest and go home the hunger will be waiting you to reach home. So the government should open boarder for massive food importation, local production have failed.

A leader is one who knows a destination & is leading people to that destination.
Pls I want to ask; did Mr President know we would pass this route when he removed subsidy & floated the Naira?
Or is it that things are not turning out the way he projected?
Or perhaps he underestimated the enormity of the problems on ground?

NCC should focus on ensuring uninterrupted service for the citizens rather than enabling protests that achieve nothing.

If we’re being honest, these protests are just noise without any real change. People gather, shout, and then what? Back to the same old story.

They should be thinking of how to solve the real issues affecting us, not encouraging disruptions that further worsen our plight. Internet access during protests? More like giving a platform for more complaints without solutions.

Let's be real; it's time for action, not just talk. Protests are becoming a routine without any tangible outcome.

Okay we don hear

Bitter Hoebi and his destructive elements will be tamed. If they decide to take the path of destruction, they will all be dealt with decisively.

No more burning of our common infrastructure all in the guise of protest.

IPOB miscreants, una steer clear of Lagos. You can burn down your potopoto region as it pleases you guys.

All i know the protest mst go on

Where is the protests location in Lagos? Can't wait to bombard there with my placard inscribed with OPEN THE FUCKILNG BORDERS.

How can I be using all my salary for food only

The protest must go on with or without Internet.

Serious

Lagos is set for protest.. TINUBU MUST GO

I woke up dis with my line bared they say i didn't register nin
I think they start to select lines to be disconnected nin that i have done since 2 years ago

Days of Rage!

#Endbadgovernanceinnigeria

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adenigga:
Source: https://punchng.com/NCC-urged-to-ensure-uninterrupted-internet-access-during-protest

Ya and not only during the protest, but always. Youths of nowadays may not be able to survive without internet... Everyone is actually hooked on that

In the meantime, Do not forget to take up personal accident insurance policy for yourself before going for protest...

In an emergency in Nigeria, friends can do little..

Good morning

Na wah ooo

Right move!

you people are free to use your protest to set the country on fire. i believe most of u remember wat happened during ENDSARS

Tyrants will always want to surpress rebellion , just like in Bangladesh that communication was shut for days

Founder of Lagos pissing in his pampers upandan . He can't take what he gives

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Yes...firstly, it will teach the illegitimate president not to take Nigerians for granted again

It will force the reversals of outrageous policies.

Above all, the will reinforce the notion that the power of the people is greater than the people in power!

Chinkoalhaji34:
This is just another way to keep the chaos flowing.

If the protest is meant to disrupt, then they should not expect smooth sailing. Internet or no internet, the real issue is the unrest brewing.

Let’s be real, are we really expecting anything constructive from this?

Una don dey give them update now oh... Politicians are running from one X space to another and virtual meetings looking for update to help truncate the protest... Their plans go fail

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my heart goes out to Ken Okonkwo who has also been affected by the hunger in the land. Knowing that your boss our own president gives no shi shi is dangerous in this time. NCC should ensue all internet services are down through out this protest. Imagine buying and sharing rice to some hungry emilokan ot of pity and one said:

Definitely, government will fight back. Let see how resolute the youths are

Protest must still go ahead..
With or without internet it must go on.

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Why are they even calling for uninterrupted internet? It’s clear that these protests are just a cover for chaos. The same people who want to protest are the ones spreading misinformation online, stirring up violence and unrest.

Let’s be real, we don't need any more fuel to add to this fire. The last thing Nigeria needs is a platform for these misguided youths to rally and create more havoc. We need peace, not a stage for anarchy!