Civil Rights Activist: No Police Permit Needed for Protests in Democracy

Civil rights activist Farotimi emphasized that in a democratic society, citizens do not require a police permit to carry out protests. This assertion came after a protest in Abuja where demonstrators demanded the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Farotimi criticized the Nigerian police and judiciary for restricting citizens' rights to hold peaceful protests, stating that it is unheard of in a true democracy. The protest in Abuja highlighted the ongoing concerns regarding human rights and freedom of expression in Nigeria.