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FCT Police Commissioner Deji Adeyanju protest order

A heated debate has emerged between the FCT Police Commissioner and prominent lawyer Deji Adeyanju over a recent court order that restricts protests to the MKO Abiola Stadium. The order, which has sparked controversy, mandates that all public demonstrations must be held exclusively within the confines of the stadium, raising significant concerns and questions from […]

Protesters Head to Kano Government House

Kano has erupted in protests as hundreds of young people have taken to the streets, calling for immediate government action. The demonstrations began in neighborhoods such as Gama, Tudun Wada, and Tudun Murtala, where protesters marched with vibrant body paint and expressive placards. However, the situation intensified in areas like Hotoro, Maiduguri Road, and Ahmadu […]

Governor Sanwo-Olu Warns Against Repeat of #EndSARS Ahead of Nationwide Protest

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has cautioned that the state will not allow a repeat of the 2020 #EndSARS protest. He addressed Lagos residents on July 31, ahead of the planned nationwide protest on August 1 over hunger and hardship. The governor reminded everyone that the #EndSARS protest, which started peacefully, ended in widespread […]

Human Rights Commission Advises Nigerian Government, Security Agencies, and Protest Organisers

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued important guidelines to help ensure peaceful protests in Nigeria. These guidelines were directed at the Nigerian government, security agencies, and the organisers of the #EndBadGovernance protest, which starts today, August 1, 2024, and will run for ten days. Tony Ojukwu, the Executive Secretary of the NHRC, announced […]

Breaking News: Lagos Police Neutralize Bomb Ahead of Nationwide Protest

In a dramatic turn of events, the Lagos State Police Command has successfully defused an improvised explosive device in the Ikeja area. This operation was completed just hours before a scheduled nationwide protest set to begin on August 1. The device, which was found and neutralized by the anti-bomb squad, poses significant implications for the […]

Activist Aisha Yesufu Calls for Impeachment of Senate President Akpabio

Rights activist and co-convener of the BringBackOurGirls (BBOG) advocacy group, Aisha Yesufu, has called for the impeachment of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a recent post on X, Yesufu encouraged senators to take action against Akpabio, asserting that they would face no resistance in doing so. She pointed out that any attempts at propaganda would […]

Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma has Imposed movement Restrictions for Students and Staff Due To The Upcoming Nationwide Protest.

As Nigeria braces for a nationwide protest under the #EndBadGovernance, Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma has taken proactive steps to ensure the safety and security of its community. In a recent announcement, the Acting Registrar, Comrade Ambrose E. Odiase, outlined new restrictions affecting students and staff. In accordance with the National Universities Commission (NUC) […]

FG Intervenes After Nigerians Protest Passport Delays at London Embassy

On the morning of July 31, Nigerians living in the United Kingdom gathered at the Nigerian High Commission in London to express their frustration over the long delays in receiving their international passports. This protest highlighted significant issues faced by the Nigerian diaspora regarding passport processing. In various videos shared on social media, the protesters […]

Lagos Government to Implement Tax on Remote Workers

The Lagos State government is planning to introduce a tax for remote workers as part of its efforts to increase revenue. This initiative is expected to bring in an estimated N200 billion from remote workers and the digital ecosystem. A recent document from the Eko Revenue Plus Summit revealed that the government aims to raise […]