The Nigerian military has responded to the nationwide protests demanding an end to bad governance and economic hardship.
The military announced it might need to intervene to restore peace and order if the protests persist.
Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, revealed this during a press conference in Abuja on Friday.
Thousands of Nigerians took to the streets on Thursday, August 1, to voice their dissatisfaction with issues like food inflation and the high cost of living.
While many protests have remained peaceful and well-organized, some states have seen outbreaks of violence and property destruction by hoodlums.
Commenting on the situation, Musa stated that the military is currently supporting the police, who are managing the situation effectively. However, he noted that the military would step in if the situation becomes too difficult for the police to control.
Musa said, “We are supporting the police throughout. We are just on standby. The police are doing a good job; they are handling the situation for now. Unless it escalates beyond what they can handle, then the military will step in. The military is on standby, and we are monitoring the situation day and night.”