Peter Obi, Kwankwaso lead ‘Save Democracy’ protest in Abuja
News Peter Obi, Kwankwaso lead ‘Save Democracy’ protest in Abuja Published on April 8, 2026 By Vanessa Onah googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Chieftains of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Mr. Peter Obi and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso are currently in Abuja as they joined supporters at the “Save Democracy Protest” taking place at Maitama Roundabout in the Federal Capital Territory. Earlier, Peter Obi announced the protest through his X handle on Wednesday, calling on Nigerians to rise in defence of the country’s democratic system. According to him, members and leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) alongside other well-meaning Nigerians organised the demonstration to resist what they described as threats to Nigeria’s democracy. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); “We, members and leaders of the ADC and other well-meaning Nigerians, lovers of democracy, are saying that our democracy must not be killed. “We say no to a one-party system, and for that reason today we are calling on Nigerians who believe in unity, peace and the security of our country to join us as we defend democracy in our land,” Obi stated. A flyer circulating online ahead of the protest reads: “SAVE DEMOCRACY PROTEST! Defend our freedom protect our vote! Save our democracy, You are welcome, Maitama roundabout, Abuja. Your vote matters. Time, 8:00am” Watch video Don't Miss BREAKING: Protesters storm INEC office in Abuja (VIDEO) You may like BREAKING: Protesters storm INEC office in Abuja (VIDEO) Hinder ADC’s progress, you’ll have serious problems – Kwankwaso warns Nafiu Bala 2027: Nigerians express mixed reactions over possible Obi–Kwankwaso ticket ‘You’re APC mole, can’t bully me’ – Nafiu Bala replies Kwankwaso as ADC crisis deepens Gridlock as heavy torrential rain damages Kugbo Bus Terminal in Abuja ADC crisis: Kwankwaso fumes as Nafiu Bala fails to show up for scheduled meeting
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