E-transmission protest: Amaechi engages police in heated exchange at NASS
Tension flared at the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Tuesday as former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, had a heated exchange with police officers during an ongoing protest. Amaechi was among demonstrators who gathered to express anger over the Senate’s position on electoral reforms. The former governor joined the protest […]
Alleged N4 trillion debt: Contractors’ protest escalates as CSOs join call for minister’s resignation
The protest by indigenous contractors over an alleged ₦4 trillion unpaid debt has intensified as more than 1,000 civil society organisations (CSOs) joined the call for accountability. Operating under a broad coalition, the groups accused the Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, of failing to ensure the payment of verified debts owed to local […]
Free Nnamdi Kanu: More reactions trail Abuja protest
The nationwide protest demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has continued to spark heated reactions across Nigeria. The protest, led by activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, took place on Monday despite a Federal High Court order restricting demonstrations near key government areas […]
Moment SUV Crashed Into Electric Fence Meant To Block Free Nnamdi Kanu Protester
A dramatic scene unfolded in Abuja on Monday when a sports utility vehicle (SUV) accidentally crashed into a barbed electric wire barricade set up by security operatives during the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest. The electric fence had reportedly been installed by security forces to block protesters demanding the release of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, […]
Protest: Security operatives fired live bullets at us – Sowore
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has accused security operatives of firing live bullets and tear gas at peaceful protesters during the #FreeNnamdiKanu rally in Abuja on Monday. Speaking on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, Sowore explained that the protesters had gathered peacefully in front of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel before security forces arrived and […]
Only president Tinubu can end Nnamdi Kanu’s trial – Ejimakor
Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has declared that only President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the constitutional authority to bring his client’s ongoing trial to an end. Ejimakor made this known in a post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on […]
Sowore uncovers identity of man who allegedly stole his AI smart glasses during protest
Popular Nigerian activist, Omoyele Sowore, has revealed the identity of the person who allegedly stole his smart glasses during a protest in Abuja. On Monday, Sowore led a peaceful demonstration with retired police officers at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters. The protest was aimed at demanding better pension benefits for the retirees. After the protest […]
Poor welfare: IGP meets protesting retired police officers
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, recently met with a group of retired police officers who took to the streets of Abuja to protest poor welfare conditions after retirement. The meeting between the police boss and the retired officers happened at the Peacekeeping Hall inside the Force Headquarters in Abuja, according to a report by […]
BREAKING: Sowore, others shun warnings, lead retired police officers in protest [PHOTOS]
Omoyele Sowore, who ran for president under the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2023 election, joined other activists to lead a protest in Abuja. They stood with retired police officers who are asking for better welfare. The protest was held to push for improved living conditions and benefits for former members of the Nigeria […]
VDM, schoolchildren protest in front of Wike’s house
Popular Nigerian social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, known by many as VeryDarkMan (VDM), led a peaceful protest outside the home of Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in Abuja. This protest came shortly after Wike announced that he would stop giving area councils 10% of their usual funds. His reason was […]