Abuja High Court Restricts Protest Venue In Abuja, Cites Public Safety Concerns

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja has restricted the organizers of a planned protest from holding their event at Eagle Square, Abuja, and instead directed them to use the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja. The protest, scheduled for tomorrow, had been initially planned for Eagle Square, but the court’s ruling has forced the organizers to change venues.

The court’s decision was made in response to an application filed by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), which expressed concerns about the potential for violence and disruption at Eagle Square. The FCTA argued that the venue was too sensitive and could pose a risk to public safety.

After considering the application, the High Court ruled that the protest could still go ahead, but only at the Moshood Abiola Stadium. The court held that the stadium was a more suitable venue for the protest, given its larger capacity and more secure environment.

The organizers of the protest have reluctantly accepted the court’s ruling and have announced that they will comply with the directive. They expressed disappointment at the change of venue, but emphasized their commitment to peaceful protest and their determination to make their voices heard.

The protest, which is expected to draw thousands of participants, aims to bring attention to a range of issues affecting the country, including economic hardship, insecurity, and corruption. The organizers have promised a peaceful and orderly event, and have assured the authorities that they will cooperate fully to ensure public safety.

The restriction on the protest venue has sparked mixed reactions, with some welcoming the court’s decision as a necessary measure to ensure public safety, while others have criticized it as an attempt to stifle free speech and assembly. However, the organizers’ decision to comply with the ruling has helped to ease tensions, and the protest is expected to go ahead without major incident.