BREAKING: Tinubu Govt Deploys Heavy Security Around Presidential Villa Ahead Of Protest Over Abducted Schoolchildren, Others

The federal government deployed heavy security around the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday ahead of a planned protest demanding the release of abducted schoolchildren and teachers. Armed soldiers, police, DSS, NSCDC, and immigration officers manned key entry points, restricting movement and causing severe traffic congestion. Roads to the Federal Secretariat, National Assembly, and Supreme Court were blocked.

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and the Take It Back Movement had called for the peaceful protest, scheduled to begin at Eagle Square. Organisers demanded President Bola Tinubu secure the captives' release or resign. As of Thursday, no protest activity had been reported, but the heavy security presence sparked concern among residents.