The planned October 1 protest, organized by Omoyele Sowore and his #RevolutionNow movement, is centered on raising awareness about the critical issues of hunger, insecurity, and economic hardship facing Nigerians. Sowore emphasized that the protest will remain peaceful and aims to express the people's dissatisfaction with the current administration's policies.
Sowore’s demands include the release of political prisoners, such as Nnamdi Kanu, and all protesters detained during previous demonstrations. He is also advocating for reforms in governance, the judiciary, and the electoral system, as well as investment in job creation, education, infrastructure, and the power sector. Additionally, he calls for addressing security challenges like banditry and terrorism, alongside providing living wages for workers.
Highlighting the increasing inflation, worsening insecurity, and government negligence in handling issues like flooding, Sowore reiterated that peaceful protests are necessary to hold the government accountable and demand positive change. The movement advocates for comprehensive reforms to improve the lives of Nigerians and reduce suffering caused by poor governance.