Today's Headlines:Protest Breaks Out In Edo Over Petrol Price Hike , INEC Officials Forced Me To Sign Result-Atiku’s Witness
Protest Breaks Out In Edo Over Petrol Price Hike Some residents of Edo State on Thursday blocked the Benin-Lagos highway and other areas in Benin metropolis following the increase in the pump price of premium motor spirit (PMS). The protesters, who are mainly members of the Edo State Civil Society Organisation (EDOCSO), called for urgent reversal of the fuel pump price.
Today's Headlines: Fayemi Lands In EFCC Custody Over N4bn Fraud, Tinubu Meets Kalu
Fayemi Lands In EFCC Custody Over N4bn Fraud Photo credit: daily trust Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are currently quizzing a former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, over misappropriation of funds to the tune of N4 billion. Our correspondent learnt that Fayemi, also a former Minister of Mines and Steel Development during President Muhammadu Buhari’s first term, was still undergoing interrogation at about 4:15pm on Thursday at Ilorin zonal command of the anti-graft agency.
Today's Headlines: I Will Work For Tinubu If He Invited Me- Bode George, Group Protests In Edo
I Will Work For Tinubu If He Invited Me- Bode George Photo credit: leadership news A former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has said he will gladly work with the administration of President Bola Tinubu if invited to contribute his quota to nation-building.
Breaking: We Did Not Plan Any Protest Over Fuel Subsidy Removal, NLC Tells Nigerians
According to PunchNews, the Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC) has called on the general public to ignore reports circulating on social media claiming that Congress will begin protests against gas pump hikes on Friday 2 June. A statement from the NLC's head of information and public affairs, Benson Upah, said that despite the organized union's outrage at the rise in petrol prices that would bring untold hardship to ordinary Nigerians, the union did not plan to take action tomorrow.
Today's Headlines: Protest Breaks Out In Edo Over Petrol Price Hike; Tinubu Urged To Declare Assets Publicly
Protest Breaks Out In Edo Over Pretrol Price Hike Photo Credit: Dailytrust Some residents of Edo state have blocked the Benin-Lagos highway and other areas in Benin metropolis following the increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), The protesters who are mainly members of the Edo State Civil Society Organisation (EDOCSO), called for urgent reversal of the fuel pump price.
10th NASS: Senator Godswill Akpabio's Bid For Senate Presidency Allegedly Loses Tinubu's Support
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is said to have withdrawn his support for former Senate Minority Leader Senator Godswill Akpabio's Senate presidency bid in the 10th National Assembly. According to reports, the All Progressives Congress (APC) endorsed Senator Akpabio, along with three other candidates, for prominent posts in the National Assembly.
Soldiers Open Fire On Protesting Youths In Bayelsa
The soldiers guard a facility for Consolidated Oil and Gas. Ikiowori Benson, a protesting youth who joined the protest in Sangana Community, Brass LGA of Bayelsa State, has reportedly been killed by police when they opened fire on protesting youths when they opened fire on protesting youths.
Today's Headlines: Fayemi Lands In EFCC Custody Over N4bn Fraud, No more Sit-at-home in Enugu – Mbah
Fayemi Lands In EFCC Custody Over N4bn Fraud Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are currently quizzing a former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, over misappropriation of funds to the tune of N4 billion. Our correspondent learnt that Fayemi, also a former Minister of Mines and Steel Development during President Muhammadu Buhari’s first term, was still undergoing interrogation at about 4:15pm on Thursday at Ilorin zonal command of the anti-graft agency.
Mouctar Diakhaby refuses to stand behind LaLiga new anti-racism banner, Racists, get out of football
Valencia's Mouctar Diakhaby Refuses to Support LaLiga's Anti-Racism Banner Ahead of Match In a powerful act of protest, Valencia's defender Mouctar Diakhaby declined to stand behind LaLiga's new anti-racism banner during their match this evening. The banner, boldly displaying the words "Racists, get out of football," was intended to promote unity and condemn racism within the sport.
Just in: Angry youths set police post ablaze in Lagos
According to the vanguard news,In a recent incident in Lagos, Nigeria, angry youths took to the streets to express their frustration and anger, resulting in the torching of a police post. The incident occurred amidst ongoing protests, highlighting the mounting tensions between the police and the local community.
May 29: The Constitution Gives Nigerians The Right To Protest Peacefully - Prof Udenta
With less than four days to the swearing-in ceremony of the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag bearer, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the 16th President of the Federal Republic, renowned Professor of Political Science, Udenta O. Udenta has come out to tackle security agencies over plans to shut down any form of protests in the country on May 29.
Uganda Signs Anti-Gay Bill into Law
Uganda announced on Monday that President Yoweri Museveni has signed a tough new anti-gay law, described as one of the harshest laws in the world, sparking protests from human rights groups. The anti-gay bill was passed despite warnings from Uganda's international partners, including its close ally the United States, that there would be consequences if the opposition did not agree.
Group ends protest against Tinubu’s election, gives reasons
According to a report by daily Post Nigeria, The All Progressives Congress, APC candidate Bola Tinubu won the presidential election, and a group calling itself the Free Nigeria Movement, FNM, has called for an end to the protests. Almost four days before the president-elect's inauguration, the group issued the call in a statement by the convener, Moses Paul, on Thursday.
Today's Headlines: Senate Passes Bill To Compensate EndSARS Victims; Dangote refinery'; Abiodun Lied On Relocation–Amosun
Senate Passes Bill To Compensate EndSARS Victims Photo Credit: Punch Newspaper The Senate, on Wednesday, passed for second reading, a bill seeking to compensate victims of the 2020 #EndSARS protest. The #EndSARS movement started in October 2020, when thousands of mainly young Nigerians took to the streets to protest against police brutality, particularly by the now-disbanded brutal Special Anti-Robbery Squad police unit.
Today's Headlines: I'm proud we gave our best - Buhari tells Ministers, State House staff; Double Nomination: Shettima Commits No Offence - Shehu Sani
I'm proud we gave our best - Buhari tells Ministers, State House staff Photo Credit: Pulse Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday in Abuja participated in a valedictory session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and met with staff of the State House. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the president’s engagement was part of a countdown on his eight years of administration, expressing appreciation for all the support and loyalty of the cabinet members and the staff.
BIll to provide compensation to the EndSARS victims approved by the senate
According to vanguardngr (25 May 2023). On Wednesday, the Senate approved a bill for a second reading that aims to compensate victims of the EndSARS protests. This bill, called the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Act Amendment Bill, was introduced by Senator Bassey Gershom of the PDP Cross-River party.
May 29: The Constitution Gives Nigerians The Right To Protest Peacefully - Prof Udenta
As the swearing-in ceremony of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the 16th President of the Federal Republic approaches, a renowned Professor of Political Science, Udenta O. Udenta, has called out security agencies over their plans to prevent any form of protests in the country on May 29.
Senate Takes Steps to Ensure Compensation for #EndSARS Victims
Acording to Vangaurd News report, in a landmark development, the Nigerian Senate has embarked on an important mission to secure justice and compensation for the victims affected by the #EndSARS protests that rocked the nation in 2020. Recognizing the magnitude of the issues faced by countless individuals, the Senate has taken decisive steps to address the grievances and bring about a resolution that acknowledges the rights of the victims.
Senate approves legislation to compensate victims of #EndSARS
The Senate approved a bill on Wednesday for second reading that seeks to recompense anyone harmed by the 2020 #EndSARS protest. When thousands of mostly young Nigerians took to the streets in October 2020 to demonstrate against police brutality, especially that committed by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad police unit, which has since been disbanded, the #EndSARS campaign was born.
Senate Takes Historic Steps to Ensure Compensation for #EndSARS Victims
Acording to Vangaurd News report, in a landmark development, the Nigerian Senate has embarked on an important mission to secure justice and compensation for the victims affected by the #EndSARS protests that rocked the nation in 2020. Recognizing the magnitude of the issues faced by countless individuals, the Senate has taken decisive steps to address the grievances and bring about a resolution that acknowledges the rights of the victims.