Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, the Kaduna Accord Party presidential candidate and Co-Chairman of the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR), has issued a statement condemning the attack on human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and fellow protesters during a demonstration on Democracy Day. He characterized the incident as a concerning development for the future of democracy in Nigeria. Hashim emphasized the importance of protecting the rights of citizens to peacefully assemble and express their views, underscoring that such violence undermines democratic principles. The statement was made available to the public following the events of the protest.
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