The Take It Back Movement, organizers of the #EndbadGovernance nationwide protest, have written an open letter to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, listing their demands. The letter, which was made public on July 30, 2024, outlines the movement's expectations from the government ahead of the planned protests.

The movement has made several demands, which they believe are necessary to ensure a peaceful and successful protest. These demands include:

Transportation: The movement demands that the Lagos State government provide clean, safe, and air-conditioned buses to transport protesters from designated convergence points to the protest venues.

Protest Venues: The movement demands that the government allow protesters to use designated venues, including Alausa Secretariat, Lekki Toll Gates, Ikorodu Bus Park, Okota Link Bridge, LASU Campus Gates, Iyana Ipaja Underbridge, and Agege Pen Cinema.

 Protest Schedule: The movement demands that the government allow protesters to gather at the designated venues from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day between August 1st and 10th, 2024.

Rallies and Processions: The movement demands that the government allow protesters to hold rallies and processions throughout the protest period.

Contingency Plans: The movement demands that the government make contingency plans for the continuation of the protests beyond the initial 10 days.

According to the movement, these demands are necessary to ensure that the protests are carried out peacefully and without any hitches. They argue that the government has a responsibility to provide a conducive environment for citizens to express their grievances.

The movement also believes that the government's restrictions on protest venues and schedules are an attempt to stifle their right to free speech and assembly. They argue that the government's actions are undemocratic and go against the principles of human rights.

The Lagos State government has yet to respond to the movement's demands. However, sources close to the government have hinted that they may be willing to negotiate with the protesters.

The Take It Back Movement's open letter to Sanwo-Olu is a clear indication of their determination to push for change in the country. Their demands are reasonable and in line with international best practices. It is now up to the government to respond to these demands and ensure that the protests are carried out peacefully.

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