The upcoming October 1 protest in Nigeria has triggered a significant response from state police commands across the country, with security forces being deployed to maintain order in anticipation of potential unrest. Organizers of the #FearlessOctober1 protest, which builds on the August #Endbadgovernance protests, are pressing forward, driven by dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the economy, rising fuel and electricity costs, and other grievances.
Tensions are high, with opposition parties supporting the protesters' cause, citing widespread frustration over hardship, while the ruling APC warns against actions that could disrupt public order. In Lagos, authorities have restricted protests to two venues to prevent disturbances, while security forces nationwide are on high alert to prevent any violence or destruction during the demonstrations.