On April 7, 2025, police in Abuja used tear gas to disperse protesters gathered in the Maitama area to express their grievances. The demonstrators, part of the #Take-It-Back movement and various civil society organizations, were advocating for a review of the Cybercrime Act and addressing worsening economic conditions in the country, as well as the situation in Rivers State.

The protest began peacefully, with participants carrying placards that read “Stop the Repression” and “Let Us Breathe.” However, chaos ensued when police officers fired tear gas canisters at the crowd, causing many to flee for safety.

Among those present was human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, who showed his support for the movement. Juwon Sanyaolu, the National Coordinator of the Take-It-Back Movement, stated that the protest aimed to resist the increasing authoritarianism of the current administration and demand urgent relief for Nigerians facing inflation and insecurity.

As of the latest updates, there were no reported injuries or arrests, but the atmosphere in the capital remained tense.