Tinubu Must Go’ Protest Shakes Port Harcourt as Residents Voice Economic Frustrations

A protest erupted in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday as demonstrators took to the streets chanting “Tinubu Must Go” and expressing dissatisfaction over economic hardship and governance issues in the country.

The protesters, who marched through parts of the city carrying placards and banners, called on the government to address rising living costs, unemployment, and other socio-economic challenges affecting Nigerians.

Eyewitnesses reported that the demonstration remained largely peaceful, with participants urging authorities to listen to the concerns of ordinary citizens struggling with economic pressures.

Security personnel were deployed to monitor the situation and maintain law and order as the protest progressed. No major incidents of violence were reported at the time of filing this report.

The protest comes amid increasing public debate over the state of the economy and ongoing government reforms. While supporters of the administration argue that current policies are necessary for long-term economic stability, critics maintain that many Nigerians are facing severe hardship.

Political observers note that public demonstrations remain a constitutional means for citizens to express grievances and demand accountability from elected leaders.

Authorities have yet to issue a detailed response to the protest, though government officials have repeatedly defended ongoing economic reforms as essential steps toward national recovery and growth.