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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has adjourned the hearing on Minister Nyesom Wike’s motion to restrict participants in the ongoing hunger protest until September 4.
The adjournment, announced on Thursday, August 22, by Justice Sylvanus Oriji, follows the claimant’s counsel, Moses Ebute, serving the motion on notice to the respondents.
The delay comes at a time of heightened public tension as many citizens express growing frustration over the worsening economic conditions.
During the hearing, the counsel for the 1st to 4th respondents, Dr. S.M. Oyeghe, requested that the motion be served on them in court, highlighting the importance of ensuring all parties are properly informed before proceeding.
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Notably, several other respondents were absent and unrepresented, prompting the court to set a new date to allow adequate preparation.
The adjournment is seen as an attempt to momentarily relieve public anger and prevent the situation from escalating, given the current hardships facing the community.
In his previous ruling on July 31, Justice Oriji acknowledged the protesters’ rights to voice their grievances but restricted the demonstration to a stadium to avoid potential disruptions to public order and safety.
The current suit involves key figures such as Omoyele Sowore, Damilare Adenola, and security chiefs, including the Inspector General of Police and the Director General of the Department of State Services.
