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Kano to Establish Commission of Inquiry over Killing of Protesters

Kano State plans to establish an independent judicial commission of inquiry to investigate the fatal shooting of protesters.

3 months ago

Tinubu Presides Over National Security Council Meeting

President Tinubu has convened a security meeting in the wake of the nationwide protests against hunger and bad governance.

3 months ago

Nigeria Warns Citizens in UK to Remain Vigilant Amidst Rising Violence, Anti-Immigrant Sentiment

Following a deadly school attack, the Nigerian government has advised its citizens in the UK to stay vigilant, avoid protests.

3 months ago

Soyinka: Tinubu’s Response To Protests Reflects Colonial-Style Repression

Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has sharply criticised President Bola Tinubu's recent nationwide address, arguing it inadequately addressed the violent…

3 months ago

Protests: Budget Minister Bagudu Calls For Patience, Says Sacrifice Needed For Nigeria’s Economic Interventions To Take Effect

Budget Minister Bagudu has said Tinubu should be commended for initiating the bold reforms that will positively impact Nigerians.

3 months ago

Despite Tinubu’s Broadcast, Hunger Protests Continue in Kano

Protests broke out in Kano Sunday, as hundreds of youths said the broadcast by Tinubu did not address their grievances.

3 months ago

President Tinubu To Address Nigerians On Sunday

President Tinubu will on Sunday address Nigerians in a broadcast at 7am, in response to hunger protests across the country.

4 months ago

Kamala Harris Officially Chosen as Democratic Nominee for President

US VP Kamala Harris has passed the threshold to clinch the Democratic presidential nomination in a vote of party delegates.

4 months ago

Protests: Return Stolen Goods to Owners, Emir Sanusi Urges Looters

The Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II has urged looters to voluntarily return all stolen goods to rightful owners.

4 months ago

Anambra Businesses Reopen as Police Commend Residents for Protest Boycott

Anambra residents have resumed their businesses as police commend their peaceful conduct and boycott of the hardship protests.

4 months ago

Protesters Defy Curfew in Kano, Hit The Streets After Friday Prayers

Youth in Kano defied a curfew, taking to the streets with placards in demand for fuel subsidy and border reopening.

4 months ago

ActionAid Nigeria Urges President Tinubu To Address Nation Immediately Amid Nationwide Protests

ActionAid Nigeria has called on President Tinubu to immediately address Nigerian’s grievances, provide a detailed plan for pro-poor policies.

4 months ago

Kano APC Accuses NNPP of Inciting Violence During #EndBadGovernance Protest

Kano’s APC has accused the ruling NNPP and certain opposition figures of inciting violence during the protests in the state.

4 months ago

Kano Police Arrest 326 Suspected Looters, Recover Stolen Items After Violent Protests

Kano state Police paraded 326 suspects, including 22 teenagers and 5 women allegedly involved in looting during Thursday's protests.

4 months ago

Sokoto Calm on Second Day of Nationwide Protest, Heavy Security Deployed

Sokoto has remained calm with heavy security presence after protest-related vandalism that took place on Thursday.

4 months ago

Binance Executive Gambaryan’s Family Seeks Biden’s Intervention Amid Health Concerns in Nigerian Detention

Tigran Gambaryan’s family has appealed to President Biden to expedite his release from detention in Nigeria, citing deteriorating health conditions.

4 months ago

Boko Haram Commander Surrenders in Borno As Nigerian Army Rescues Hostages, Seizes Arms

Babakarami Balawan, a notorious Boko Haram commander, has surrendered to Nigerian troops in Borno State, following a successful counter-terrorism operation.

4 months ago

Court Remands Student, Proprietor for Defrauding MTN of N1.9bn

Justice Akintayo Aluko has remanded two students who allegedly hacked into MTN's system, stealing airtime and data valued at N1.9bn.

4 months ago

Protests in Nigeria Turn Violent on First Day with 22 Dead in Northern States, South Remains Largely Peaceful

Nationwide protests against economic hardship resulted in violent clashes in Northern Nigeria, killing 22, as Southern regions remained largely peaceful.

4 months ago