Thousands of Nigerians protested the freezing of Governor Ayo Fayose's accounts and in solidarity with his government. The governor addressed a select group of journalists after the event, stating that he is a straight-forward person who respects humanity and fear God. He believes that it is a right of everyone in Nigeria to choose their leader based on principles and perceptions. The governor, who is 56 years old, recalls the misrule of 1984-1985, where the military suffered Nigerians and many leaders were clamped in chains using decree 2. The same thing President Buhari did at that time is what he is doing now, with appointments, taking away people's rights, and doing things without recourse for due process. The governor believes that a man that is grown cannot change, as he is born again and cannot change. He believes that President Buhari is living true to type, governing Nigeria today by his appointments, taking away people's rights, and doing things without recourse for due process.