Hunger Protest: Ex-Presidential Aide, Ude Says Tinubu’s Speech Shows Insensitivity to Nigerians’ Plight

The protest which commenced on Thursday, August 1st, 2024 has been poorly managed by security agents as close to 24 persons were reportedly shot dead by armed state agents.

Given the widespread condemnation of the military for their role in the crisis, the President issued a statement, urging restraint and pledged to address the nation on Sunday.