RismadarVoice Reporters
November 2, 2026
A group of youths reportedly staged a protest against President Bola Tinubu in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, on Monday, wearing T-shirts bearing the inscription “Tinubu Must Go”.
The demonstrators were said to have gathered at Freedom Square, a busy junction in the metropolis, drawing attention from motorists, traders and other residents.
Footage circulated online showed young men and women dressed in white T-shirts carrying the anti-Tinubu slogan while participating in the demonstration.
Several female participants wearing colourful hijabs were seen standing along the roadside, while groups of male protesters moved around the gathering, some on motorcycles.
A vehicle fitted with a public address system was also visible, with a cameraman positioned on its roof to record the event.
According to accounts accompanying the footage, the gathering caused traffic disruption around Freedom Square, affecting the movement of commercial tricycles, motorcycles and private vehicles.
However, the identities of the protest organisers and their specific demands had not been established at the time of reporting.
There was also no independently verified estimate of the number of participants or confirmation of any arrests.
The demonstration comes amid increasing political activities ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election.
The slogan has previously generated controversy in Borno State, where five men were arrested in Maiduguri in September after being found with T-shirts carrying the same message.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar subsequently demanded their release, arguing that peaceful political expression should not constitute a criminal offence.
In a statement issued through Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Atiku questioned the circumstances surrounding the arrests.
He maintained that Nigerians should be free to criticise government policies and express dissatisfaction with political leaders.
However, the Borno State Police Command disputed claims that the five men were arrested solely for wearing the T-shirts.
Police said the suspects faced allegations involving public disturbance, thuggery and possession of suspected illicit substances.
The defendants were subsequently arraigned, while rights organisations criticised the arrests and raised concerns about freedom of expression.
The reported Zamfara protest adds to public debate surrounding political dissent and preparations for the forthcoming elections.
As of the time of reporting, the Zamfara State Police Command had not issued a statement confirming the circumstances of Monday’s gathering.
