A large-scale Peace Walk organized by the Plateau State chapter of the Initiative for Better and Brighter Nigeria (IBBN) is in full swing today in Jos. The protest, which began early this morning, has drawn hundreds of participants demanding an end to hunger and insecurity in Nigeria.
The procession started at 7 a.m. from Secretariat Junction and is currently making its way to the Old Airport. Participants, dressed in black, are calling for urgent government action to address the severe economic and security challenges facing the nation.
At the protest ground in Secretariat Junction, IBBN spokesman Frank Na Kowa delivered a powerful address, emphasizing the importance of unity and intellectual discourse in driving change. “We are no cowards. We are no violence. We want to drive our point as intellectuals, and today we will drive it,” he declared. Na Kowa also called for an end to government policies that have led to widespread economic hardship, symbolized by the inability of many Nigerians to afford basic staples like garri and kulikuli.
Adding to the urgency of the protest, the convener of IBBN, Prophet Dr. Isa El-Buba, rallied the crowd with a fiery speech. “I want you to know, it’s a fight for the soul of Nigeria. It’s a fight for the soul of your future. It’s a fight for the soul of your descendants. Every Nigerian that is going through pain knows that this is a fight,” he proclaimed. El-Buba emphasized that the protest is not just about the present but about securing a better future for all Nigerians.
“We must end bad governance in Nigeria. When the right institutions are in place, there will be no more hunger in the land, the killings will stop, and our armed forces will enjoy their services to the people,” he continued. El-Buba urged Nigerians to stay committed to the cause, even if it takes days of continued protest, declaring, “We are taking Nigeria back… Enough is enough.”
El-Buba also criticized the manipulation of Nigerians based on religious and tribal affiliations, calling for a return to the values of unity and shared national identity. “We grew up in a nation where our tribe or religion didn’t matter—we were Nigerians first. Today, we are reclaiming that Nigeria,” he said, recalling a time when government services and opportunities were more accessible to all citizens.
The protest, which has seen a broad coalition of participants including youth movements, women’s associations, traders, labor unions, and religious organizations, has been coordinated with local security agencies to ensure a peaceful demonstration.
As the march progresses towards the Old Airport, the message from Jos is clear: Nigerians are demanding change, and they are doing so with unity, resolve, and a commitment to peace.
As of the time of filing this report, the protest was joined by former Nigerian Minister for Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung, with multitudes joining from various parts of the state, further swelling the ranks of those calling for change.
