The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has cautioned Nigerian youths against participating in the planned protest scheduled for October 20, 2025, over the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Chairman of the NYCN Interim Management Committee, Barr. Buhari Shehu, in a statement on Sunday, disclosed that the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Police Force, has obtained an order from the Federal High Court in Abuja restraining the organisers and participants from holding the protest.

The NYCN also noted that the United States Embassy in Abuja had issued an advisory to its nationals in Nigeria.

Shehu warned youths to avoid areas where the protest might take place, saying, “This development should serve as a serious precautionary signal to Nigerian youths about the potential dangers of joining the demonstration.”

“In light of this development, we urge all Nigerian youths to exercise restraint and stay out of trouble. We are concerned that the planned protest may lead to a breakdown of law and order, which could put lives and property at risk,” the council said.

The council advised young Nigerians to channel their grievances and demands through lawful and peaceful means rather than resorting to street protests that could be hijacked by mischief-makers.

“We remain committed to promoting youth welfare, peace, and development in Nigeria. We will continue to work with relevant stakeholders to address the challenges facing our youth and our nation.

“We have no other country and place to live than Nigeria, and we all must come together to safeguard our dear nation,” it added.