Lagos Students: We don’t support protest
Lagos Students Choose Dialogue Over Protest In light of the upcoming nationwide protests planned for August 1, students in Lagos State have made their stance clear: they will not participate. This decision comes as many Nigerians, particularly the youth, prepare to stage mass protests across the country to draw attention to the hardships faced by […]
FCT Minister Wike Criticizes Upcoming Nationwide Protest
On July 23, 2024, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), took a stand against the upcoming nationwide protest scheduled for August. This protest, organized in response to rising hunger and economic hardship, has been labeled by Wike as a political move rather than a genuine call for change. During his visit to […]
Senate Passes National Minimum Wage Bill, Raising Pay to ₦70,000
On July 23, 2024, the Nigerian Senate passed a significant amendment to the National Minimum Wage Act 2019. This bill, which was quickly processed after being submitted by President Bola Tinubu, marks a major shift in Nigeria’s wage policy. Details of the Bill President Tinubu’s proposal sought to increase the national minimum wage from ₦30,000 […]
Tinubu Asks Nigerians to Cancel Planned Protest Against Bad Governance
President Bola Tinubu has made a public appeal to Nigerians, urging them to cancel a planned protest against bad governance. The protest is scheduled to begin next month and has gained significant support on social media. Government’s Request for Patience Information Minister Mohammed Idris conveyed the President’s message after a meeting at the State House […]
DSS Arrests Youth Over Nationwide Protest Materials in Sokoto
In a recent development, the Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a young Nigerian named Aliyu Sanusi in Sokoto. The arrest was reportedly made in connection with the planned nationwide protests against bad governance in the country. The news of Sanusi’s arrest was shared by Omoyele Sowore, the former presidential candidate of the African […]
180 members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives support the call for Nnamdi Kanu’s release.
In a recent development, 180 members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives have endorsed a motion calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The motion, introduced by Obi Aguocha, represents a significant stance by the minority caucus. During a meeting, Aguocha, who represents the Ikwuano, Umuahia North, and […]
Peter Obi calls on the Nigerian government to Support Dangote Refinery
Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate from the Labour Party, has urged the Federal Government to support the Dangote Refinery. He believes the refinery is crucial for Nigeria’s economy and overall well-being. Obi’s comments came after Aliko Dangote, the owner of the refinery, mentioned that the government was not cooperating with him. As a result, […]
Miss South Africa contestant Chidimma Adetshina, who has a Nigerian father, is facing xenophobic backlash due to her nationality.
Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old law student, is facing criticism after making it to the top 13 in the Miss South Africa pageant. Some South Africans are challenging her right to compete due to her Nigerian heritage. Despite being born in South Africa and raised in Soweto, where her South African mother resides, the backlash has […]
Nigerian Woman Says – A Man Who Is Always Struggling To Eat Three Square Meals Doesn’t Have Any Business With Marriage
In a recent series of posts, Aisha Lawal, a prominent Nigerian woman, shared her thoughts on the intersection of financial stability and marriage. Her message is straightforward: men who are struggling to afford three meals a day should not consider getting married. Lawal argues that financial security is a crucial foundation for a successful marriage. […]
IGP Denies Involvement in Circulating WhatsApp Message on Protests
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has officially denied any connection to a WhatsApp message currently making rounds on social media, which discourages protests in Lagos. The message, which has raised several questions about why protests frequently target Lagos and suggests starting from one’s own state, has been declared false by the police. […]