A yet-to-be-identified man climbed a mast on Katampe Hill in Abuja on Monday, declaring his willingness to sacrifice his life to address the issues plaguing Nigerians.

According to a suicide note found at the foot of the mast, the man demanded the return of the fuel subsidy and other measures to alleviate the burdens on Nigerians. The note read, “These are the major Nigerian problems, and I’m ready to sacrifice my life for the solution to them. I am calling for fellow Nigerians to join me on this riot.”

In his five-point list, he outlined several demands aimed at addressing Nigeria’s challenges:

1. Return of Fuel Subsidy: The man called for the government to reinstate the fuel subsidy.
2. State of Emergency on Insecurity: He urged the government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina, Kaduna, Niger, and Borno to tackle terrorism and improve security.
3. Open Borders for Food Importation: He demanded the government open borders to allow food importation to address food shortages in the country.
4. Address Out-of-School Children: He highlighted the urgent need for the government to tackle the rapidly increasing number of out-of-school children.
5. Immediate Government Action: He called for prompt and decisive action from the government on these issues.

Emergency responders, including operatives from the Fire Service, the National Emergency Management Agency, and other Federal Capital Territory officials, were present to intervene.

This incident is reminiscent of a similar protest in September 2018, when a 28-year-old man, identified as Nurudeen Lliyasu, climbed a telecommunication mast in Abuja to protest the poor state of the economy.

The situation on Katampe Hill remains tense as authorities work to ensure the safety of the man and address his demands. Further updates will follow as the story develops.