*Soyinka Criticizes Tinubu’s Address for Overlooking Brutal Crackdown on #EndBadGovernance Protesters*

Nobel laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has expressed disappointment with President Bola Tinubu’s recent nationwide address, highlighting its glaring omission of the violent repression faced by #EndBadGovernance protesters. In a statement issued on Sunday, Soyinka criticized Tinubu for failing to address the excessive force used by security agencies against demonstrators. The #EndBadGovernance protests, which entered their fourth day on Sunday, have been marked by growing frustration among citizens over worsening economic conditions, rising poverty levels, and ineffective governance. Protesters have faced harsh crackdowns, drawing significant concern from both local and international observers. Soyinka’s comments underscore a broader call for accountability and reform in addressing the grievances voiced by the demonstrators.