Activist Micheal Lenin Arrested by DSS Amidst Ongoing Protest
In the early hours of Monday, the Department of State Services (DSS) reportedly arrested Micheal Lenin, a key activist in the ongoing protests against poor governance in Nigeria. Lenin was taken from his home in Abuja around 2 am, according to Damilare Adenola of the Take It Back Movement. The arrest happened in front of […]
Stakeholders Criticize Tinubu’s Speech as EndBadGovernance Protests Continue to Escalate
President Bola Tinubu’s recent address to the nation concerning the ongoing protests against economic hardships has sparked significant criticism. The nationwide protests, which began on August 1, have involved demonstrations in various states, with some escalating into violence and resulting in both deaths and injuries. In his speech, Tinubu acknowledged the hardships faced by Nigerians […]
General Ibrahim Babangida Denies Endorsing Military Rule, Affirms Support for Democracy
General Ibrahim Babangida, former Military President of Nigeria, has clarified that he did not endorse military rule, contrary to claims made in a recent social media post. The post, circulated on X, was shared from a parody account, not his official profile. In response, Babangida’s media office, through a statement from Mahmud Abdullahi, made it […]
Residents of Katsina Block Road and Pray for Safety Amid Bandit Attacks
In a powerful display of desperation and hope, residents of Ƴankara in Faskari Local Government Area, Katsina State, took to the streets this weekend to protest ongoing insecurity in their region. The community blocked Sokoto Road, a major thoroughfare, as a means of drawing attention to their plight. The protesters, deeply affected by a series […]
#EndBadGovernance Protest Continues in Lagos Despite Presidential Address”
The ‘End Hunger’ protest in Lagos is set to continue today, August 5, 2024, at Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park in Ojota. Despite President Tinubu’s recent nationwide address, the organisers remain resolute in their cause. They criticized President Tinubu for taking three days of protests to address the nation. During his broadcast, the President acknowledged the […]
Hoodlums Pursue #EndBadGovernance Protesters in Lagos
In Lagos, hoodlums chased away #EndBadGovernance protesters who had gathered at Gani Fawehinmi Park in Ojota. At around 10:30am, a dispute arose among the protest organizers. A lawyer named JP advised the protesters to leave, citing President Bola Tinubu’s recent address to the nation. However, another group, led by 70-year-old Adegboyega Adeniji of Peace Action […]
President Tinubu Stands Firm on Fuel Subsidy Removal to Curb Greed
In a recent nationwide address, President Tinubu addressed the issue of fuel subsidies. Despite widespread calls to bring them back, he stood firm in his decision to keep them removed. President Tinubu acknowledged that the removal of the fuel subsidy was a difficult and painful choice. However, he explained that it was a necessary step […]
Tinubu Calls for Dialogue Over Protests
In a recent nationwide address, President Bola Tinubu has asked Nigerians to stop the #EndBadGovernance protests and consider dialogue instead. President Tinubu emphasized that his administration is dedicated to good governance despite the current socio-economic issues facing Nigeria. He expressed concern over the protests, which started ten days ago against the high cost of living […]
Kano Protesters Wave Russian Flags, Call for Putin’s Intervention
Recently, Kano State, a prominent region in Nigeria, has witnessed an unusual and dramatic protest. Demonstrators have taken to the streets waving Russian flags and making an unusual request: they are calling for intervention from Russian President Vladimir Putin. This action highlights a growing discontent with the current Nigerian administration led by President Bola Tinubu. […]
Johann Rupert Surpasses Aliko Dangote to Become Africa’s Richest Person
In a significant shift in the rankings of Africa’s wealthiest individuals, Johann Rupert from South Africa has recently surpassed Aliko Dangote to claim the title of Africa’s richest person. As reported by Bloomberg, Rupert’s net worth has climbed to $13.65 billion, placing him at 154th on the global wealth scale. Rupert’s rise in the rankings […]