Nigerian Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr.Doris Uzoka Anite has disclosed the “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” protest has resulted in an estimated loss of N500 billion.
She revealed this in a post she shared on her X account, lamenting the deaths and damages caused by the end bad governance protests.
According to the minister, around N52 billion worth of goods were destroyed while the death toll from the protest had reached 21.
She added that the lootings from the protest are a setback to businesses and entrepreneurs across the country.
She said, “The loss of lives during the protests is saddening. My thoughts are with the families affected. The looting, resulting in billions lost, is a severe setback for our economy and entrepreneurs. Let’s honour those we’ve lost by striving for more peaceful and constructive dialogue.”
