Protest Day 2: One Killed, 4 Injured In Abuja As Normalcy Returns To Most States
Day two of protests saw businesses begin to reopen in several cities, though protesters remained active on the streets.
Day two of protests saw businesses begin to reopen in several cities, though protesters remained active on the streets.
Former VP Atiku has said that the ongoing nationwide protest is significant, and that Tinubu should heed to Nigerian’s demands.
Akwa Ibom Governor Eno commended youths for avoiding protests and promised a welfare initiative for 5,000 youths
The Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II has urged looters to voluntarily return all stolen goods to rightful owners.
Bosun Tijani has denied government involvement in network disruptions during protests, attributing issues to high online traffic and infrastructure challenges.
Anambra residents have resumed their businesses as police commend their peaceful conduct and boycott of the hardship protests.
Youth in Kano defied a curfew, taking to the streets with placards in demand for fuel subsidy and border reopening.
Nigeria’s defence chief Musa: “I’ve seen government policies aimed at addressing the socio-economic challenges, including security threats in the country.”
ActionAid Nigeria has called on President Tinubu to immediately address Nigerian’s grievances, provide a detailed plan for pro-poor policies.
Kaduna Electric has disconnected power to Kaduna State Government House over a massive debt of nearly N3 billion.
Kano state Police paraded 326 suspects, including 22 teenagers and 5 women allegedly involved in looting during Thursday’s protests.
CDS Musa says Nigeria’s government has allowed people associate freely without restrictions. He expressed disappointment with the outcome of protests.
Tinubu wants a global tax cooperation to address illicit financial flows.
Governor Sanwo-Olu has denounced a divisive post on X calling for an #IgboMustGo protest, calling it “reckless” and “dangerous.”
Uzoma Dozie, Sparkle CEO, has urged digital infrastructure investment and technology-driven solutions to boost Nigeria’s economy.
Nigeria Inter-Religious Council has called for an end to the ongoing protests, stating that civil unrest worsens Nigeria’s fragile state.
Anambra Governor Soludo has commended Barrister Nweke and other Anambra lawyers for their new Senior Advocate of Nigeria titles.
“More than 10 coaster buses conveyed their (government) thugs to MKO Abiola stadium to attack protesters,” says lawyer Kingdom Okere.
Sokoto has remained calm with heavy security presence after protest-related vandalism that took place on Thursday.
Lagos NMA has announced its plan to immortalise Dr. Diaso Vwaere, who died in an elevator accident in August 2023.
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