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“President Tinubu’s Speech Didn’t Address Brutal Crackdown On Protesters.” – Wole Soyinka
Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s national address, claiming it neglected to mention the security agencies’ violent suppression of the #EndBadGovernance demonstrators. See the full statement below: The HUNGER MARCH As UNIVERSAL MANDATE I set my alarm clock for this morning to ensure that I did not miss President Bola Tinubu’s…
Sanwo-Olu Hails Peaceful Protest In Lagos, Calls For Normalcy
The Lagos State Government has watched closely today’s protest in some parts of the State and will like to put on record the peaceful conduct of Lagosians. This is the way it should be in our dear State, according to Mr. Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. We have also noticed the slowdown of business in some parts…
IGP Directs Police To “Deal Decisively” With Arsonists and Troublemakers During Protests
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed his men across the country to “deal decisively” with arsonists and troublemakers as youths stage #EndBadGovernance protests against hunger and economic hardship across the Federation starting on Thursday, August 1, 2024. The police chief said in a statement he signed on the eve of the…
Protest against hardship: security forces take control of the popular Eagle Square, Abuja venue
The popular Eagle Square in Abuja, the location of the #EndBadGovernance protest that is slated to take place in the Federal Capital Territory and other major cities on Thursday, was besieged on Tuesday by soldiers, police officers, and other security personnel.
Music Legend, Onyeka Onwenu is dead, Aged 72
She reportedly slumped after performing at a birthday party. May her soul rest in peace ðŸ™ðŸ¿
Arsenal completes the signing of Riccardo Calafiori
The Gunners announced the arrival of the defender on a long-term contract on Monday. The Premier League side were convinced to snap up the Italian after an impressive season in Serie A with Bologna and his starting role in the Azzurri’s Euro 2024 campaign. Arsenal have completed the signing of Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna in…
Amazing D’Tigress Wins First Olympic Match in 20 Years, defeating Australia
The Nigerian girls won the Monday basketball encounter 75-62 in the French city of Lille. Biggest upset of the Olympics so far? 🤯 Nigeria 🇳🇬 take down Australia 🇦🇺 for a massive #Paris2024 debut! Nigeria is now the first African country to have defeated Australia in 12 games at the World Cup and Olympics.
Filling stations shut, queues continue as depots restrict fuel
While depots limited the amount of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) released to marketers on Monday, long lines for the fuel continued in numerous states, forcing several filling stations to close. Many gas stations in the states of Abuja, Niger, and Nasarawa were closed, while the handful that were still operating showed varying lengths of gasoline…
FG begins sale of 50kg rice for N40,000
The Federal Government on Monday said it had created centers across the country where Nigerians can purchase a 50kg bag of rice for N40,000. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, revealed this on Monday while briefing correspondents on the outcome of the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu…
Fuel rises to N1,300/litre
Many depots for Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, are currently dry, leading to fuel scarcity and attendant queues in Lagos, Ogun, parts of Abuja, Niger, and some other states across the country. Long queues started building up at fuel stations in Abuja and Lagos on Friday and have persisted. On Saturday, while reacting to…
