Sequel to the recent increase in the electricity tarrif in the country, a coalition of civil societies in Osun state have stormed the streets of Osogbo today, the state capital in protest over hike in fuel price and electricity tariff.
The protesters, mostly youths, gathered at the Freedom Park at Old Garage,Osogbo to demand immediate reversal of the increments.
Armed with placards bearing varying inscriptions like “Enough is Enough!, Revert Pump Price Now!, All We Want Is a Better Life, Electricity Tariff Hike Is ill-Conceived,” among others, the protesters chanted anti-government songs while marching peacefully along the road.
It will be noted that different groups have writing to the government on the imminent protests that will shake the country as a result of the hike in electricity tarrif and petrol price in the country.
Credit: Amiloaded
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