A coalition of civil society organisations in Osun State staged a public demonstration against rising insecurity in Nigeria, marking the 33rd anniversary of June 12 democracy day. The protest, part of the Osun insecurity protest, brought together multiple advocacy groups who called for urgent government action to address growing security challenges across the country. Organisers said the Osun insecurity protest was intended to draw attention to the impact of insecurity on citizens and governance.
The demonstration was organised as part of activities commemorating June 12, a symbolic date in Nigeria’s democratic history. The coalition includes groups such as the Osun Civil Societies Coalition (OCSC), Take It Back Movement, Coalition Against Insecurity and Bad Governance, and the Federation of Informal Workers of Nigeria (FIWON).
Participants converged at the Ayetoro area of Osogbo, the Osun State capital, before proceeding on a peaceful march through key parts of the city. The protest route included Igbonna, Olonkoro, Old Garage, Oke-Fia, and Olaiya, where participants continued their demonstration through chants and solidarity songs.
Protesters expressed dissatisfaction with the level of insecurity in Nigeria, carrying placards and singing songs calling for urgent reforms.
According to eyewitness accounts, the march remained peaceful as participants moved through major roads in Osogbo while chanting messages focused on security and governance concerns. At the Igbonna area, Comrade Kola Ibrahim addressed the demonstrators, stating that the protest was driven by concerns over worsening insecurity in the country.
He said the coalition decided to use the June 12 anniversary as a platform to highlight public concerns about safety and governance. The coalition emphasised that insecurity has continued to affect communities across Nigeria, contributing to fear, displacement, and economic disruption.
The participating organisations said their demonstration was intended to amplify citizens’ voices and demand stronger government response to insecurity.
They argued that civic engagement remains a key tool for democratic accountability, especially in addressing issues affecting public safety and national stability. The groups reiterated their commitment to peaceful advocacy while calling on authorities to prioritise security reforms.
The protest reflects growing civic concern over insecurity and its impact on governance and daily life in Nigeria. Observers note that civil society mobilisation on symbolic dates such as June 12 continues to serve as a platform for expressing public grievances and demanding accountability.
The demonstration also highlights ongoing tensions between citizens’ expectations and government responses to security challenges across different regions.
