Nigeria: Abuja civil society protest August 7; potential travel disruption

Event

Civil society groups have organized a protest denouncing President Muhammadu Buhari’s extended absence due to ill health for Monday, 7 August. Demonstrators are expected to congregate at the Unity Fountain at 09:00 (local time), ending the march with a sit-in at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa.

Context

The protesters are demanding that Buhari either resign or end his extended leave of absence and return from London, where he has been retrieving medical treatment since May 7. A corresponding protest is planned to be held at Abuja House in London, UK.

Advice

Individuals present in Abuja are advised to avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, and to obey any instructions issued by local authorities.