Hunger protests continue across many states in the country.
Mr Adaramoye, in his statement, urged Nigerians “to come out in large numbers to continue these protests on Monday until our demands are met.”
“The serving of bullets where bread is pleaded is ominous retrogression, and we know what that eventually proves,” said Mr Soyinka.
Food prices have increased within one year of Mr Tinubu’s presidency.
Some journalists and protesters ran for safety.
Pro-Tinubu demonstrators said they were paid N2,000 out of N5,000 promised.
Under Mr Buhari, one basket of bell pepper cost N21,000 but it sold for N95,000 under Mr Tinubu in June and in July, N175,000.
The NYSC DG insisted that “no corps member should participate in any protest” and directed zonal inspectors to ensure compliance with the orders.
The signal, which also restricts administrative leaves and regular passes for service members, underscored the Tinubu administration’s anxiety over the upcoming demonstrations.
He said the agreement evidenced the commitment of the U.S. to “explore educational partnerships” between both nations.
