President Noboa's proposal for a mega-prison in Archidona has led to ongoing protests, particularly among Kichwa indigenous residents who believe it threatens their livelihoods.
Protesters armed with traditional spears confronted security forces and managed to capture the Governor's building, indicating deep opposition to the prison plan from the local community.
The construction of the proposed mega-prison in Archidona poses a direct threat to the local economy, reliant on agriculture and tourism, raising fears of social upheaval.
Archidona, with a predominantly Kichwa population, was known for low crime rates pre-pandemic, yet locals argue that the prison would exacerbate security issues instead of solving them.
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