As nationwide protests against economic hardship are scheduled for August 1, some Nigerians have already begun demonstrating in Abuja.
The recent surge in food and basic commodity prices, driven by the removal of petrol subsidies and the unification of foreign exchange rates, has fueled widespread dissatisfaction.

Prominent social media influencer Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has been leading these early protests.

With a placard in hand, Otse has drawn significant attention, signaling the start of what is expected to be a substantial and vocal outcry for change from citizens and civil society groups.

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