This is a list of protests in Nigeria, from the colonial rule to present day. YearDayNamePeopleLocationNotesImage19296 DecemberAba Women's Riot Igbo womenEastern NigeriaThe women protested against tax levies imposed by the colonial government. It led to the death of many of the women.194727 November Abeokuta Women's Revolt Abeokuta Women's Union Funmilayo Ransome-KutiAlake's Palace, AbeokutaThe women protested against an unfair tax regime which led to the abdication of the then Alake of Egbaland, Oba Sir Ladapo Ademola II and the abolition of the tax regime by the colonial government.197817 AprilAli Must Go Segun Okeowo Ahmadu AliUniversities nationwideA 50 kobo increase in student fees sparked the protests.198924 May - JuneAnti-SAP riots National Union of Nigerian Students Universities nationwideThe protests occurred as a result of the effects of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)-imposed Structural Adjustment Program (SAP) introduced by the Ibrahim Babangida-led government.1993June 12 Protests NigeriansSouth West NigeriaThe protests occurred as an aftermath of the annulment of the June 12, 1993 Presidential elections by Ibrahim Babangida. 20122-14 JanuaryOccupy Nigeria NigeriansNigeria (including the diaspora)Nigerians protested against the removal of fuel subsidies and eventual price hikes by the Goodluck Jonathan government. It led to the reinstatement of the subsidy and a review of the Federal Government spending.2020 End SARS NigeriansNigeria (including the diaspora)The protests are against police brutality meted out by a now-defunct specialised police unit known as the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). A memorial protest was held on 20 October 2021 to mark the first anniversary of the October 2020 Lekki toll gate shooting.20241-10 AugustEnd Bad Governance in Nigeria NigeriansNigeria (including the diasporaNationwide protest over the rising cost of living since the beginning of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration in May 2023. The protests were mainly over fuel subsidy removal, hike in electricity tariffs and customs duties, hunger and insecurity among others.
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