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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…
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 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…
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…
Dr. Emeka Obi has officially taken on the role of Permanent Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. This transition follows the conclusion of Engr. Nebeolisa Anako’s tenure, which ended after 35 years of dedicated service to the nation. According to a statement from Osagie Jacobs, the ministry’s Director of Information, Dr….
Government agencies and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have established a committee to combat the spread of fake news in the country. This initiative was announced at the 2nd National Roundtable on Fake News and Blackmail of Government and Non-Governmental Officials, held yesterday in Abuja. The collaboration aims to address the growing threat of fake news…
Former agitators in the Niger Delta have decided to withdraw from the proposed nationwide protests against economic hardship, citing unconstitutional motives behind the event’s promotion. Following an emergency meeting on Wednesday, hundreds of ex-agitators resolved to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration, expressing confidence that given more time, the President would address the nation’s challenges. The…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has appealed to Nigerians to forgo the planned nationwide protests amid the ongoing economic crisis. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, Akume emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is actively working to address the country’s numerous challenges. “The current economic hardships will…
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has urged residents of Kwara State to maintain peace and avoid actions that could lead to a breakdown of law and order. In a statement issued by the monarch’s spokesman, Mallam Abdulazeez Arowona, the Emir emphasized that dialogue is essential for fostering peace and harmony. Alhaji Sulu-Gambari noted…
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, has praised International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) for their essential role in supporting vulnerable populations and complementing government efforts. Speaking at a one-day interactive forum with INGOs and other stakeholders in Abuja, Senator Bagudu highlighted the significant impact these organizations have on the lives of many…
The Peter Obi Support Network (POSN) has addressed the recent departure of key supporters of their principal and former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi. The group emphasized that citizens who aspire for a new and better Nigeria should remain committed and continue to engage with others to achieve the Nigeria they desire. Co-convener…
Borno State, Nigeria Governor Babagana Zulum has overseen the distribution of food supplies and agricultural inputs to over 35,000 male heads of household in Monguno Local Government Area. Each beneficiary received a 25kg bag of rice and cowpeas to aid in their farming activities. The governor highlighted that this rice package was part of the…
Lagos, Nigeria. A public announcement has been issued for residents and visitors of Lagos regarding the upcoming Oro Festival. The traditional Yoruba cultural event will be observed in various communities across Lagos from August 1 to August 15. This festival involves significant rituals and has cultural importance in the Yoruba tradition. Residents and visitors are…
Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to reject the planned nationwide protests set to begin on August 1, advocating for unity and focused development instead. Senator Shettima emphasized that protests have never been a solution for nations’ challenges, often leading to the destruction of lives and properties. He called for peace and unity…
Abuja, Nigeria The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised protesters to avoid using social media to communicate with his office and instead follow the proper channels for such notifications. During a town hall meeting with key stakeholders in the FCT on Saturday, Wike highlighted that the organizers of the planned…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced that it will not participate in the planned nationwide protest on August 1, despite widespread hardship in the country. NANS National President, Lucky Emonefe, made this declaration during a meeting with the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, in Abuja on Friday. The meeting was organized…
Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, has called on Nigerians, especially the youth in the Niger Delta region, to remain calm and refrain from joining the proposed nationwide protest. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Nneamaka Okafor, the Minister expressed his understanding of the frustrations and…
The Umuezubuoke Umualor community in Isiuzo Local Government Area is urgently calling on the government to intervene in a land dispute involving 29,000 hectares, claimed by Dr. Peter Mba and allegedly encroached upon by the Amankanu community. The seven villages of Umuezuboke Umualor, which include Odobido, Ikeagwu, Ugwuakparata, Agodoenyi, Egerum, Igboetiti, and Igbogobe, are historically…
President Bola Tinubu addressed African leaders on Sunday in Accra, Ghana, providing an update on the progress and challenges faced by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). During the 6th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union, President Tinubu, who serves as the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and…
The 3rd African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit 2024 concluded in Abuja with the launch of the “Africans for Africa” initiative, a program designed to ensure that Africa takes responsibility for its own development. Secretary General of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, Moses Engadu, coordinated the signing of the initiative. He described it as…
On Monday, July 8, NYSC spokesman Eddy Megwa reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to providing accurate information. Megwa clarified that while there is no new package, corps members will indeed benefit from the new minimum wage. He expressed disappointment over some media outlets’ misrepresentation of facts during the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed’s visit…
The federal government has urged organisers of the proposed nationwide hunger protests to pursue dialogue instead of resorting to disorder. The government emphasized its commitment to engaging with stakeholders on the country’s economic, social, and political challenges. Mallam Lanre Issa Onilu, the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), in a statement issued yesterday in…
The Nigerian Airforce on Friday, said its Air Component of Operation Delta Safe, carried out reconnaissance missions along the Kolo Creek trunkline and Soku Sambarth lines and destroyed Canoes and illegal sites at Obenibokiri in Rivers State. Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations and Information Nigerian Air Force in a statement on…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a warning about significant flooding expected in several Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Rivers State. Godwin Tepikor, Director of Risk Reduction at NEMA in Port Harcourt, emphasized the need for local government support to mitigate the flood’s impact. High-risk LGAs include Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni, Degema, and Ahoada East and…
In line with the Federal Government’s directive to meter electricity consumers, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has intensified efforts to distribute meters to unmetered customers to ensure accurate and fair billing. According to a statement by AEDC’s Acting Managing Director, Mr. Victor Ojelabi, this initiative aims to resolve ongoing complaints from electricity consumers regarding…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a warning about significant flooding expected in several Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Rivers State. Godwin Tepikor, Director of Risk Reduction at NEMA in Port Harcourt, emphasized the need for local government support to mitigate the flood’s impact. High-risk LGAs include Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni, Degema, and Ahoada East and…
The Federal Government has instructed the military to compile a list of fallen heroes so that their families can be provided with houses. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Ahmed Dangiwa, issued this directive to Major General Joseph Omale, Managing Director of the Nigerian Army Housing Development, in Abuja. “Families of fallen heroes should…
Senator Olalekan Mustapha, former chairman of the Senate Committee on States and Local Government Administration, has called on state governors to respect the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy, emphasizing its potential to drive significant national growth. In an interview with Radio Nigeria, Senator Mustapha argued that autonomy for local governments would foster grassroots…
