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Protesters in Abuja demand joint action against insecurity and corruption
via Punch Nigeria2 min read
The United Against Terror Movement held its third peaceful solidarity march in Abuja, calling for national unity and stronger action against terrorism, kidnapping, banditry, and corruption across Nigeria. Protesters marched through the Federal Capital Territory, displaying messages that emphasized the threat insecurity poses to Nigeria's stability and future. They urged political leaders and citizens to set aside partisan interests and collaborate to address the country's worsening security challenges. UATM Co-Convener Okai Austin stated that Nigerians must move beyond blame and embrace collective responsibility, describing insecurity and corruption as heavy national burdens requiring coordinated action across all levels of government and society. Austin stressed that national security is a shared responsibility, not a subject of partisan contestation, and called for improved intelligence gathering, better coordination among security agencies, and greater support for protecting lives and property. The demonstrators also urged the Federal Government to treat rising cases of kidnapping and terrorist attacks as a national emergency, warning that continued insecurity could undermine economic growth, social cohesion, and public confidence in state institutions. The movement reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful civic engagement and pledged to continue advocating policies that promote security, accountability, national unity, and good governance.
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