THE IMPACT OF CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE ON YOUTH IN NIGERIA, REVISING THE #ENDSARS PROTEST IN LAGOS STATE

ABSRACT The study investigated investigate the impact of civil disobedience on youth in Nigeria, Revising the #Endsars protest in Lagos State. Quantitative research design was adopted to guide the work where 400 respondents were randomly sampled out of the total population. Simple percentage and frequency table was used in analyzing the quantitative data. The study analyzed the politics behind youth participation in civil disobedience movements in Nigeria, assess the socio-political and economic effects of civil disobedience on youth empowerment in Nigeria, examine the role of social media in mobilizing and organizing youth for civil disobedience activities. The study found that economic hardship, unemployment, police brutality, peer pressure etc are the factors contributing to youths involvement in civil disobedience like #EndSARS. The #EndSARS protests heightened political awareness among Nigerian youth. With the rise of social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, youths have been increasingly exposed to political information, discourse, and mobilization efforts. The study concluded thatThe #EndSARS protest in Lagos State was a pivotal moment in Nigeria's recent history, showcasing the power and potential of youth-led civil disobedience. It highlighted critical issues within the Nigerian police force and brought international attention to the struggles faced by Nigerian citizens. Despite the violent government crackdown, the movement succeeded in raising awareness and sparking dialogue about police reform and governance. The study recommended to Implement comprehensive and transparent police reforms to address the issues of brutality, corruption, and lack of accountability within the police force. This should include better training, oversight mechanisms, and community policing initiatives, Create platforms for continuous engagement with youth in governance processes.