< 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 Hazel Onuo, popularly known as Whitemoney, winner of Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eyes, has spoken out about the ongoing protests in Nigeria. In an Instagram story, he clarified that he is not responsible for the current issues Nigerians are facing and did not coerce anyone into voting for him during his time on 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 Senator Ireti Kingibe, Chair of the Senate Committee on Women Affairs, has refuted claims that she funded the #EndBadGovernance protest in Abuja. Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike had alleged that a lawmaker was among those backing the anti-government demonstrations, with accusations of providing the protesters with food and water. Senator Kingibe clarified that […]
< 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. […]
< 1 mn read The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized President Bola Tinubu for his silence during the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests. Starting on Thursday and continuing through Friday, Nigerians have been protesting across the country, calling for an end to hunger and poor governance. In a statement issued on Saturday by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the […]
< 1 mn read On Saturday, during the #EndBadGovernance protest at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja, police officers fired at both protesters and media reporters. The protesters, predominantly youths, had assembled at the officially designated site for the third day of the 10-day demonstration. At around 11:45 am, heavily armed officers arrived at the scene and instructed everyone […]
2 mn read The Borno Police Command reported that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in Maiduguri led to the death of one man and injured 11 others with varying degrees of harm. Police Commissioner Yusuf Lawal provided this update in a statement on Friday, August 2, 2024. He explained that the explosion occurred during a protest against […]
2 mn read The Lekki Toll Gate has become a hot topic on X after reports emerged that protesters were arrested there and in various parts of Lagos, and subsequently taken to Panti. Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong claimed that the protesters were allegedly “seized by thugs at the Toll Gate” before being handed over to the police. […]
< 1 mn read Ughelli North Local Government Area in Delta State experienced heightened tensions on the second day of peaceful protests against poor governance. According to Vanguard, the situation escalated when police stationed at the Otovwodo area of the East-West road allegedly shot and injured an unidentified protester. The incident occurred as protesters, who were carrying placards and […]
2 mn read Hoodlums attacked the Red Cross office on the Maiduguri-Potiskum Road in Gujba, Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State, causing significant property damage amid the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria nationwide protest. The attackers also set fire to three vehicles, including a Red Cross-branded Landcruiser and a bus. Chima Nwankwo, Coordinator of Communications and Advocacy for the Nigerian Red Cross […]
2 mn read An eyewitness reported that hundreds of protesters, primarily youths, gathered at Shuwarin, a suburb of Dutse, to resume their demonstration. Despite a 24-hour curfew imposed by the state government on Friday, some protesters in Jigawa returned to the streets to continue their protest. DSP Lawan Shiisu, spokesperson for the Jigawa Police Command, informed the News […]
< 1 mn read Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has accused opposition politicians of exploiting the #EndBadGovernance protests for “political revenge” following their recent electoral losses. During an interview on Channels Television on Friday, August 2, the All Progressives Congress (APC) leader made these allegations. He claimed that opposition members were mobilizing vulnerable individuals to participate in the […]
< 1 mn read Lawal stated that the temporary easing of the curfew permitted Muslim worshippers to attend Jumat prayers at designated mosques within their communities. The Police Command in Borno has reported that the situation in Maiduguri and surrounding areas remains stable on the second day following Thursday’s violent protests. Commissioner of Police Yusuf Lawal provided this update […]
< 1 mn read The Kaduna government has shut down the office of the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) due to alleged unpaid taxes exceeding 600 million naira. In what appears to be a retaliatory response, KEDCO has cut off electricity to the Kaduna State Government House and other government buildings over an outstanding debt of 2.9 billion naira. […]