< 1 mn read Amid nationwide protests, the Federal Government’s decision to subsidize the price of a 50kg bag of rice from over ₦80,000 to ₦40,000 has sparked significant debate. This move, announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is intended to alleviate the food crisis and its effects on Nigerians, particularly public servants. However, the public remains skeptical about […]

< 1 mn read In a significant effort to address Nigeria’s pressing food crisis, the Federal Government has announced a plan to provide 50kg bags of rice to public servants at a subsidized rate of ₦40,000. This initiative aims to alleviate the impact of the food crisis on Nigerians. The Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs disclosed […]

< 1 mn read On Monday, the nationwide protest extended to the Eleme/Onne section of the East-West Road in Rivers State, as a large crowd of protesters gathered at this crucial section connecting the Port Harcourt refineries. The protesters took over the Akpajo axis of the East-West Road, up to the entrance leading to Indorama Petrochemicals, disrupting vehicular movement. […]

< 1 mn read The Katsina Government has decided to relax the 24-hour curfew in Dutsinma Local Government Area due to an improved security situation. Acting Governor Alhaji Faruq Jobe approved this decision, adjusting the curfew to now run from 7 pm to 7 am. Previously, a full-day curfew had been imposed in Dutsinma, along with a 7 pm […]

< 1 mn read The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has stated that the Igbo ethnic group is more committed to leaving Nigeria than ever before. In a statement released by IPOB’s Director of Media and Publicity, Emma Powerful, on August 5, 2024, the group responded to the “IgboMustGo” campaign promoted by a faceless Yoruba group on social media. […]

< 1 mn read Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has expressed his disappointment over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent national address. In his response titled “My Response to the President’s Address” on his X handle, Obi stated that Tinubu’s speech failed to address the underlying issues that triggered the recent protests and appeared […]

< 1 mn read The All Progressives Congress (APC) has been called upon to halt its alleged manipulative efforts and engage in meaningful dialogue. According to a statement from Edolites For Peace and Progress, led by Madam Adesua Odigie, the APC is accused of trying to politicize the ongoing hunger protests in Edo State, which address issues of poverty […]

2 mn read Abia State University, Uturu, has imposed a three-month suspension on Dr. Udochukwu Emmanuel Ndukwe, a lecturer in the Department of Mass Communication, due to allegations of sexual harassment involving a female student. Reports from Punch reveal that Ndukwe has faced multiple accusations of sexually harassing, intimidating, and extorting female students. A video circulating online reportedly […]

< 1 mn read On the third day of the nationwide protest against hunger and economic hardship, demonstrators took to the streets in Rivers State. On Saturday, August 3, 2024, protesters gathered in the state capital, where they encountered Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s convoy. The protesters, excited and holding leaves, created a lively atmosphere as Fubara’s convoy approached. They surrounded […]

< 1 mn read General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has urged the media to refrain from giving excessive coverage to the ongoing protests by some groups, emphasizing that the government supports the right to free association without constraints. On Friday in Abuja, Musa remarked, “I observed that all media outlets were extensively covering the protests […]

2 mn read The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed concern over President Bola Tinubu’s silence since the start of the #EndBadGovernance protests on August 1, calling it troubling and exacerbating public dissatisfaction. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, on August 3, the PDP urged President Tinubu to promptly address the nation. The […]

< 1 mn read Former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka has addressed remarks made by Senator Shehu Sani on August 1 regarding the perceived lack of participation from the South East in the ongoing End Bad Governance protests in Nigeria. Sani had noted that while other regions experienced significant unrest, including the burning of shops and government buildings, the South […]

< 1 mn read Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Christopher Musa has promised that the Nigerian Army will intervene if the current protests escalate further. Musa made this statement while speaking with journalists on Friday about the extent of violence observed in the country. Since August 1, Nigerians have been protesting against economic hardships, hunger, and other socio-economic issues. […]

< 1 mn read The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has stated that it has not suspended or halted Arik Air’s flight operations. This clarification was provided in a statement by Mr. Michael Achimugu, NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection. Arik Air’s flights continue as scheduled, and the airline’s ability to operate its remaining aircraft remains intact. […]