Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Edo State announced yesterday their withdrawal from the nationwide protest against poor governance and hunger. Curtis Ugbebor, one of the protest leaders, cited intelligence reports and the need to reassess their strategy as reasons for the withdrawal. “At this juncture, based on intelligence reports, the CSOs are pulling back from…
Protests continued in Abuja and Kano yesterday as part of the nationwide resistance to the economic hardships facing the country. In Kano, demonstrators defied a state-imposed curfew, brandishing placards and gathering in areas such as Mandawari, Kofar Kwaru, and Nasarawa. They chanted, “We would rather be killed by a bullet than by hunger.” The initially…
The Oba of Yoruba in Kano, Murtala Otisese, has appealed for calm amid the ongoing unrest in Kano, where thugs have been looting and attacking individuals. In a statement issued to the press yesterday, Otisese emphasized the constitutional right of individuals to protest peacefully, urging against violence. “As a leader and representative of the Yoruba…
Gunmen attacked the Umucheke Okwe autonomous community in Onuimo Local Government Area of Imo State last night, killing the president general, Hyginus Ohazuruike, and six village heads before fleeing the scene. A source informed Leadership Sunday that the community leaders were holding a meeting at Ohazuruike’s premises when the assailants arrived and opened fire. “The…
Nigeria and Denmark have established a framework for monitoring climate action programs in real time. Both nations also emphasized the importance of prioritizing de-risking capital formation in global climate finance discussions, as Nigeria advocates for value chain localization in the Global South. This agreement was finalized during a virtual meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, between Nigeria’s…
United States Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has agreed to Fox News’ request for a debate with Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris on September 4. Trump announced this decision on his Truth Social platform late on Friday. In his post, Trump stated, “I have agreed with FoxNews to debate Kamala Harris on Wednesday, September 4th.”…
President Bola Tinubu will address the nation in a broadcast on Sunday, August 4, at 7:00 am. Television, radio, and other electronic media outlets are urged to connect to the network services of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) and the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) to air the broadcast. The broadcast will be repeated…
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) announced on Saturday that a fire has broken out at the Akaso 4 Wellhead, operated by NNPC 18 Operating Limited. The incident, which has also affected the adjacent riverbank, occurred on August 2, 2024, at approximately 11:12 pm. In a statement, Mrs. Olaide Shonola, Head of Public Affairs…
The Katsina State Police Command has announced the arrest of 64 individuals and the recovery of 693 bags of fertilizer following a violent protest in the state. Police Public Relations Officer Sadiq Aliyu informed LEADERSHIP that although no lives were lost during the unrest, a government-owned fertilizer warehouse was vandalized. Aliyu stated that the police…
President Bola Tinubu has called on African nations to unify their efforts and leverage the continent’s potential to address pervasive poverty, unemployment, and other developmental challenges. In a message delivered to the 2024 African Caucus meeting of Ministers of Finance and Governors of Central Banks in Abuja on Friday, President Tinubu emphasized the need for…
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command on anti-riot duty intervened to rescue a suspected witch doctor from being lynched by an angry mob in the Itak communities of Ikono Local Government Area. The suspect, identified as Michael Edet Effa, was alleged to be behind a series of ritual killings in the area. Local…
The surge in food prices has become a significant concern globally, exacerbated by factors such as climate change, geopolitical conflicts, and economic instability. As the cost of basic food items continues to rise, the importance of embracing agriculture has never been more evident. This article explores why fostering a robust agricultural sector is essential in…
The Nigerian team, comprising Samuel Ogazi, Ella Onojuvwevwo, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Ojeli, and Patience Okon-George, set a new national record in the Mixed 4x400m relay, finishing with a time of 3:11.99. Despite their impressive performance, the team placed fourth in their heat and narrowly missed qualifying for the final. Great Britain won the heat, also setting…
The organisers of the ongoing hunger protests in major states in Nigeria have refused to heed its solicitor, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa’s call for the suspension of the rioting amid widespread violence. Damilare Adenola, Director of Mobilisation of the Take It Back Movement, disclosed this on Friday. Recall that Adegboruwa on Friday called on the protesters to…
The Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump said late Friday he had agreed with Fox News to debate Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris on September 4. “I have agreed with FoxNews to debate Kamala Harris on Wednesday, September 4th,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, but it was not immediately clear if Harris had…
The Commissioner of Police in Kwara State,Victor Olaiya, has invited leaders of the August 1-10, 2024, nationwide hunger protests in the state. A statement by the spokesperson of the state police command, DSP Ejire Adeyemi Toun, in Ilorin, also cautioned against holding protests outside the court-restricted Metropolitan square in Ilorin. The statement read, “The Kwara…
The 2023 Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, candidate for the House of Representative election for Dekina/Bassa in Kogi State, Usman Okai Austin, has dismissed claims that former governor Yahaya Bello is the reason youths shunned the EndBadGovernance protest in the state. Okai said contrary to claims, Bello is not maintaining peace in Kogi State, stressing that…
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party during the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has commiserate with the families of those who lost their lives during the #EndBadGoverance protests. Several citizens have died since the nationwide protests began on Thursday, August 1. Obi took to his verified X account to mourn those who died “in their…
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has charged President Bola Tinubu to listen to Nigerians who have taken to the streets to protest the current hardship in the country. Nigerians had set August 1 as the date to commence protest against bad governance and hardship and the first day was deemed successful. Some lives and properties…
The Senior Pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, on Friday urged President Bola Tinubu to take proactive steps that would quell the protest before ‘it’s too late’. Pastor Giwa said Tinubu should take drastic steps that would crash the price of fuel and foodstuff. Speaking with the newsmen, the clergyman…
Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has released funds for burial of designer of the Nigeria’s flag, Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi. The family of the deceased disclosed this on Friday, in a statement signed by its spokesman, Mr. Samuel Akinkunmi. Akinkunmi, a native of Abeokuta in Ogun State, lived in Ibadan, Oyo State until his…
Three protesters were shot dead by security operatives while attempting to vandalize food storage facilities belonging to some international non-governmental organizations in Potiskum town, Yobe State. Potiskum is one of the towns in Yobe State under 24-hour curfew. It was gathered that the incident occurred in the early hours of Friday when the protesting youths…
Civil society organisation, ActionAid Nigeria has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately address the nation and provide a detailed plan to tackle bad governance and adopt pro-poor policies. ActionAid, in a statement by its Country Director, Andrew Mamedu on Friday in Abuja said, “The demands for pro-poor policies are not just valid; they are…
Toke Makinwa, a Nollywood actress and media personality, has expressed her disapproval of individuals who have resorted to stealing and vandalizing properties during the nationwide protest in Nigeria. The protest, initiated by a cross-section of Nigerians to highlight the high levels of hardship in the country, has been marred by incidents of looting and destruction…
The Nigeria Oscars Selection Committee (NOSC) has recently appointed five new members to join its team in preparation for the 97th edition of the Oscars awards, scheduled for March 2nd, 2025. The announcement was made by the committee’s leader, Stephanie Linus. The new members of the NOSC include Ali Nuhu, the Managing Director of the…
In Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, the second day of peaceful protests took a violent turn as police officers stationed at the Otovwodo area of the East-West road reportedly shot and injured an unidentified protester. The shooting incident sparked further unrest, leading protesters to set tires on fire and throw sachet water…
The UK government has decided to postpone the implementation of the planned increase in the family visa income threshold from £29,000 to £38,700, approximately N80 million. This policy change, originally set to be enforced in 2025, was introduced earlier this year by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to address rising immigration levels. However, Home Secretary…
In Kaduna, following a violent clash between security forces and protesters near the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House, the Kaduna State Police Command has taken measures to enhance security in the area. The road leading to the Government House has been barricaded and security presence has been increased. The spokesperson for the Kaduna Command, ASP…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Yenagoa Branch has strongly criticized statements allegedly made by Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police, Francis Idu, which reportedly included threats and derogatory remarks against the judiciary and Justice S.W. Amadubogha of the Bayelsa State High Court. CP Idu reportedly criticized Justice Amadubogha for delivering a judgment that resulted in the…
Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has called on protesters participating in the ongoing nationwide demonstration against hunger to suspend their activities in the interest of the state. In a broadcast to the state’s residents on the first day of the protest, Governor Idris emphasized Kebbi’s reputation as a peaceful and law-abiding state. He urged citizens…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks unable to meet its new recapitalization policy to downgrade to local banking status to continue their operations. CBN Governor Mr. Yemi Cardoso issued this directive in Abuja during the launch of the 2024 Banking Sector Report, themed “Bank Recapitalization: Catalyst for a One Trillion-Dollar Economy.” The…
