Deliberate Script or Genuine Incident? Police on Minors Fainting at EndBadGovernance Protest
In a controversial statement, the police have claimed that reports of minors fainting in court during the arraignment related to the #EndBadGovernance protests were part of a “deliberate script” intended to elicit a negative reaction from the public.
This assertion comes in response to widespread outrage and concern over the treatment of minors involved in the protests, which have been a significant focal point for calls for governance reform in Nigeria.
The police’s comments have been met with skepticism, as many observers and activists argue that the emotional and physical distress displayed by the minors reflects the serious nature of their situation rather than a premeditated act.
This incident has further fueled the debate surrounding the government’s response to the protests and the treatment of young individuals participating in civil activism.
Critics are calling for accountability and a reevaluation of the legal actions taken against minors in the context of their rights to protest and express dissent.