Protesters arrested during last month’s #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria demonstrations have been formally charged with treason.
Their trial commenced today in Abuja, highlighting the severity of the allegations. In Nigeria, treason is considered a capital offense, carrying the death penalty.
The court proceedings will address the gravity of the charges against the demonstrators.
Nigerians have voiced their opinions on the matter, with many expressing concerns about the implications of these charges for freedom of expression and the right to protest.