Barbaric Depths of Democracy: Oby Ezekwesili Reacts to Alarming Court Incident
Oby Ezekwesili has expressed deep concern over the treatment of a malnourished minor who reportedly collapsed in court during a protest against bad governance in Nigeria.
The incident occurred amid a series of nationwide protests where numerous youths were detained while advocating for accountability and better living conditions.
Ezekwesili’s reaction highlighted her dismay at what she described as a “barbaric depth” to which Nigeria’s democracy has declined, emphasizing that such conditions for minors are unacceptable​.
Ezekwesili urged the government to listen to the citizens’ grievances rather than resorting to oppression and violence.
She stressed that ignoring the people’s plight only deepens the divide between the government and the governed, and that no amount of force can permanently suppress the voices of the populace.
