The Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) has pleaded with protesting Nigerians to call off the nationwide #EndHunger protest and give the government a chance to redeem itself. The council acknowledged the widespread challenges driving the protests but emphasised that civil unrest is not a viable solution and would only worsen the nation’s fragile state. This was disclosed in a statement jointly signed by Muhammed Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and president-general of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, and Archbishop Daniel Okoh, president of the Christian Association of Nigeria, on Friday. The council expressed deep concerns over the outcome…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has warned that the military would step in to assist the police and other security agencies if the violent protests in some parts of the country go out of control. Mr Musa gave the warning while briefing journalists on the activities of the protesters, especially with violence in some parts of the country on the first day of the protest. He said that the military had been on standby, providing support to the police and other security agencies since the beginning of the protest, adding that they would not stand by…
Dr. Oluwateniola Akinbodewa, one of the brightest minds in the field of international law is advancing innovative approaches to combat the widespread issue of non-compliance with international treaties. Her research provides novel concepts, among which is a “test”, the assessment value of which would give subjects of international law an impetus to participate in international treaties. Though this recommendation presents both opportunities and challenges for international law, Dr. Oluwateniola asserts that the problem of non-performance of treaties be treated from the root. The focus should not only be on the sovereign rights of states to be a party to an…
The police command in Sokoto has detained 81 individuals posing as protesters. The arrest was announced on Friday in a statement by ASP Ahmad Rufai, the command’s spokesman. Mr Rufai praised the swift action of the police and dedication to public safety. “The police, in collaboration with other security agencies in the state, successfully apprehended 81 miscreants. These individuals disguised themselves as peaceful protesters,” he said. Mr Rufai said the protest, which began early Thursday morning under the close security watch, turned violent around 3:00 p.m. “Billboards and iron railings on some major roads within the state were vandalised. However,…
Suspected gunmen have attacked a military checkpoint on Amangwu axis of the Amasiri-Owutu-edda highway in Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi. DSP Joshua Ukandu, police public relations officer (PPRO) of the police command in the state, confirmed the incident to journalists on Friday. Mr Ukandu said the attack occurred in the early hours of Friday in the area. According to him, the information reaching us from Owutu Police Division reveals that some hoodlums attacked a military checkpoint on Friday morning. “It is not yet certain if there were casualties. The attack was carried out by suspected gunmen in the area,…
The final match of the 6th edition of the Akogun Annual Football Competition in Oka Akoko, Akoko Southwest Local Government Area of Ondo State is set to take place on August 2, 2024. This 6th edition, which began on June 25, will climax today, Friday, August 2, 2024, at the Ojominrin High School Agba Oka Akoko playing field. Wongara FC of Ayegunle Oka will be competing against Rising Pius FC of Ebinrin Oka Akoko. Governor Aiyedatiwa, while hosting former Super Eagles player Victor Ikpeba and former Director of Communication for the Nigeria Women League, Dapo Sotuminu, expressed his commitment to…
Governor Nasir Idris has raised the alarm that some disgruntled elements in Kebbi have plotted to unleash mayhem on residents. Mr Idris gave the warning in a broadcast to Kebbi residents on Friday in reaction to the first day of the #EndBadGovernance protests. Mr Idris’ broadcast was sequel to the protests in some local government areas of the state that allegedly led to the destruction of public property. The governor said, “Information available to us states that some people are trying to import miscreants from other places into Kebbi to cause mayhem, especially in Birnin Kebbi, Argungu, Jega, Yauri and…
Governor Umar Namadi on Friday imposed a 24-hour curfew following the escalation of violence on the first day of the nationwide #EndHunger protests. The governor, who announced the curfew in a state broadcast, described the development in the state as unfortunate. The governor, however, approved that the curfew be relaxed on Friday for two and half hours to enable worshipers to attend the Juma’a prayer in the mosque. Mr Namadi said, “To ensure the return of peace and stability, we announced the 24-hour curfew. However, for Friday, the curfew will be relaxed between noon and 2:30 p.m. to allow people…
Protesters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, converged on Pleasure Park in continuation of their protests against the country’s economic hardship. The nationwide protests, which began on August 1, 2024, aim to draw the government’s attention to the citizens’ plight. Nigerians are using the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest, which erupted in several states on Thursday to express their frustration and demand change.
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has approved the removal of the chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission, Dr John Chem. The state House of Assembly had on Wednesday recommended the removal of the SIEC chairman, members accused him (chairman) of poor judgment. According to the statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Kula Tersoo and made available to journalists in Makurdi on Friday, the governor had accepted the resolution. The statement read in parts, “The Assembly accused the BSIEC chairman of lacking good judgement as to which decision will appeal to the greater majority of all stakeholders,…