Kano Police Block 'Tinubu Must Go' Movement Meeting

Members of the 'Tinubu Must Go' movement in Kano State alleged that the police obstructed their access to a venue for a planned meeting on October 11, 2026. Abba Hikima, a lawyer and convener of the movement, stated in a live video that over 10 mobile police vehicles were deployed to the location.

The group aims to mobilize Nigerians to vote out President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, citing dissatisfaction with the federal government's economic policies. Hikima emphasized that the gathering was meant to exercise their rights to freedom of association and expression.

He had previously communicated with Kano State Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Bakori, assuring him that the meeting would be peaceful. Hikima argued that the group did not need police permission to hold the meeting, referencing Sections 39 and 40 of the 1999 Constitution.

Following the incident, members protested in the streets, chanting “Tinubu Must Go.” The police had not publicly responded to the allegations at the time of reporting.