Following the NLC’s decision to cancel street protests and the sudden deployment of heavy military presence all over Lagos, one of the more prominent civil society groups at the fore-front of the Occupy Nigeria Movement, the Pastor Tunde Bakare led Save Nigeria Group has urged protesters to temporarily take refuge in their homes till appropriate counter-measures...
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By Joachim MacEbong Following the government’s refusal to revert to the status quo of N65 per liter of petrol after removing subsidies on January 1st, and after a number of meetings with the NLC that were unable to reach a compromise, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) threatened to join...
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YNaija has obtained the text of the national broadcast meant to be broadcast by President Goodluck Jonathan by 7: 00 AM Monday morning in Nigeria. The President was expected to address the nation yesterday by 9.00pm, but was deep in consultations with Labour and other government officials at the time. Said negotiations which consists of...
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Two documents, Nigeria’s 2012 budget proposal, and the Federal Government’s SURE Plan have been at the center of ongoing and heated debate against the back drop of fuel subsidy removal and resulting national mass protests. Yet to be approved by the National Assembly, The 2012 budget is currently taking a lot of prods and pokes,...
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Following a series of negotiations over the course of the week, Labour has once again emerged out of another meeting with the Federal Government on the issue of fuel subsidy removal. According to Labour representatives, the NLC has rejected the government’s latest offer of N97. Faced with the looming threat of an oil production shutdown...
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by Chi Ibe This newcomer has definitely landed the music scene at the right time with the words we want to hear. Her new single is a socio-conscious tune titled “Hear the Voice” and it comes 3 weeks after she dropped ‘Made In Lagos.’ This new song comes as a cry to the government at...
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by Dele Momodu Culled from Thisday Live A good leader must know when to fight and retreat. Fellow Nigerians, I’m now convinced that we are in a bigger trouble than most of us realise. I have listened to, and watched carefully, the arguments, and the high drama, of members of The Kool and The Gang...
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Entertainment news by Ade Dee Three strikes and out? Astonishing actress Halle Berry is ready to give marriage a third try. The Oscar winner is engaged to her long time sweetheart and “Dark Tide” co-star Olivier Martinez. Oliver reportedly “popped the big question” to her over the holidays by presenting her with a diamond-and-emerald...
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The poet William Blake famously said “Think in the morning, act in the noon, read in the evening, and sleep at night”. We might find ourselves having to do a little more multi-tasking (sleeping) than Blake did in these trying times but the principle still applies. We’ll try to help you with a bucket list...
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by ‘Ifreke Inyang Flyboiz have dropped a new single titled ‘Busy body’, featuring arguably 2011’s best producer, Samklef. The track which was produced by Biano, is a clear message to people who make other people’s business theirs. Flyboiz is a music group made up of L.A.X, T.I.J and Shyce. L.A.X bears the vocal and singing responsibilities while...
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Objectives of the Strikes and Protests The Labour Movement once again reiterate that the strikes, rallies and streets protests must be peaceful and that the objective is the reversal of the petrol (PMS) prices to their pre-January 1, 2012 level. We are therefore not campaigning for ‘Regime Change’ The Labour Movement is wedded to democracy,...
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by Fela Durotoye As we have all witnessed over the last few, the path of national development is not always smooth one. On our journey to building our nation into all that God has blessed Nigeria to be, we will go through many rough patches but we must stay together, walk together...
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by Bankole Oluwafemi Members of the Occupy Nigeria Movement visited the Deputy Governor of Lagos State at her residence in Osborne, Ikoyi Lagos to voice deep seated concerns. “ We are not hoodlums”, they said. “We are lawyers, doctors, corporate professionals, students, teachers. This is a democracy, and we will be heard!” The deputy governor thanked the crowd...
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By Eromo Egbejule SUNDAY, January 8 Emergency session at the House of Representatives is called on Sunday afternoon; the outcome is a proposed suspension of removal of fuel subsidy. The National Assembly management website is hacked and defaced. In Niger State, Muslim brothers circle a church to protect the worshippers while they have a service; an...
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This Sunday’s edition of Rubbin’ Minds, the leading national TV show for young Nigerians to discuss issues of national interest, we’ll be looking at events on the nation’s front burner in the past week. Rubbin’ Minds shows on Channels Television every Sunday at 3pm. The week’s show is captioned ‘Something Has Snapped’. Discussions between Labour and...
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by Chi Ibe If you missed out this week on voting your favourite contestant into the Nigerian Idol top 10, good news! You get another chance. Nigerian Idol has extended its voting lines for another week! If you loved their performances, now is the time to show your support: Vote your favourite contestant...
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Not only was the petrol subsidy a scam that benefited elites, it mortgaged Nigeria’s future: oil was burnt up with nothing left behind. Nigeria is being gripped by the power of the street. Around the world the street has discovered its power, but it can dance to many different tunes. In North Africa it has...
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Culled from his Facebook page. “It should be acknowledged that some pastors have opened the door to criticism through uncritical alignment with politicians.” Following the Government’s removal of the subsidy on petroleum products, Nigeria has been convulsed by widespread protests. Citizens are taking to the streets and airwaves to air their vehement opposition in the...
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by ‘Ifreke Inyang This song speaks to us in Nigeria at this very moment. At a time when there is so much upheaval and uncertainty, one scripture we should tap into is 2 Chronicles 7 v 14, which says, “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek...
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The poet William Blake famously said “Think in the morning, act in the noon, read in the evening, and sleep at night”. We might find ourselves having to do a little more mult-tasking(sleeping) than Blake did in these trying times but the principle still applies. We’ll try to help you with a bucket list of...
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by Hauwa Gambo Labour says no compromises on N65. Meeting deadlocked. Strike continues. This follows pressure from members of the public – who followed the meeting via social media and have been calling the phones of members of the TUC and NLC. Strike continues Monday. YNaija has confirmed from organisers of Ojota and Falomo protests that...
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By Wlfred Okiche There is anger in the land, yes. The Federal Government’s fuel subsidy removal decision has been a bitter pill to swallow even too much to bear. We are enraged, justifiably so. Enough is finally enough! While we protest, while we scream, while we threaten, while we tweet and while we regret, let...
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By Dominic E. Obozuwa The Police, SSS, Mobile Police and Brigade of Guards led by the CSO of GEJ have been molesting and beating up peaceful protesters in Abuja, Nigeria. It would be recalled that NLC had advised that protesters remain peaceful; to which degree; the protesters in Abuja have resolved to employ...
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What: #OccupyNigeria South Africa rally Where: South Africa When: 13 January, 2012 Thanks to our citisen correspondent, Joshua Awesome.
Today is the 5th day of our on-going civil protest against the oppressive policy of the Federal Government as they feed fat on our resources while expecting the citizens of our nation to fast and pray, and at the same time try hard to remove the crumbs the poor depend on for survival. I salute...
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by ‘Ifreke Inyang [@Ifreke] Three days back, we officially welcomed the First Lady of the US, Michelle Obama to Twitter. Although the account had been registered since November 2011, the first tweet was posted recently posted. It said: “We’re excited today to launch @michelleobama as a new way for you to connect with First Lady, Michelle Obama...
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By Chris Ihidero About 45 Nigerians living in DMV (DC, Maryland and Virginia) gathered in front of IMF Office in 19th Street Washington DC to protest under a very cold temperature. World Bank/IMF media were on ground to record the event as we began singing the National anthem very passionately and our Nigerian Flag was...
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by Asiwaju Dayo Israel Friends, over the last few days, I have been bombarded with series of phone calls, text messages and Blackberry messages from friends, admirers and fans across the world. The concerns have been the same; “what is your opinion on the fuel subsidy issue?” and “why have you been silent?” ...
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by ‘Ifreke Inyang The friendly game between the Super Eagles Team B and the Angolan National team had been announced since last year. But most people expected the game to be called off, as a national strike had started on Monday. It wasn’t. Stephen Keshi’s new look team which was made up of domestic league...
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What: NLC, #OccupyNigeria Rally Where: Abuja When: 13 January, 2012 Thanks to our city correspondent, Paul Ukonu.
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