A s Nigerians marked the nationwide protest on Thursday, many motor parks in Lagos and Ogun states were left deserted, with passengers notably absent.
Correspondents visiting motor parks in Akute, Alagbole, and Ojodu-Berger reported an abundance of commercial buses, while drivers anxiously awaited the arrival of passengers. One motorist, identified only as Sola, expressed frustration: "It was only yesterday that I heard about the protest today. I cannot cancel my appointment for it."
Roadside vendors continued to operate openly, but many motorists sat idly in the shaded areas of the parking lots.
The protest, organized under the hashtag #EndHungerProtest, aimed to pressure the government to address policies contributing to significant financial hardship among the public.
By 11:30 a.m., most roadside stores and commercial banks along Akute-Alogbole Road were closed. A similar scene was observed in Ojodu-Berger, where retail stores were shut and commercial buses remained idle without passengers.
Commercial institutions, including First Bank, Union Bank, and Access Bank in Ojodu, were also closed for business. A small group of roadside vendors lingered, hoping for potential customers.
"People are afraid to come out because they thought there would be violence," said commercial driver Saka. He added, “They (passengers) will come out before evening.”
The protest, themed “Days of Rage,” is expected to continue until August 10.
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