Kaduna CSOs Cancel Protest to Avoid Violence in 2026

More than 20 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Kaduna State suspended their planned peaceful protest scheduled for October 1, 2026, due to concerns about potential violence from criminal elements. The groups, operating under the Coalition of CSOs, made this decision after consulting with stakeholders and assessing the security situation.

The protest aimed to highlight Nigeria's ongoing development challenges since independence. Aminu Haruna, the coalition's convener, stated that the suspension was a precautionary measure to avoid chaos and violence between protesters and security forces.

The coalition acknowledged the security measures implemented by the Federal and Kaduna State governments and opted for structured dialogue instead. They emphasized that the suspension does not equate to abandoning their responsibility to hold the government accountable.

The coalition commended the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Adeola Ajayi, for their operational support, and praised the Kaduna State government under Governor Uba Sani for its security efforts.