It is looking like this subject will continue to gain traction till February 6th comes and goes. As the debate rages on the legality/illegality of the Lagos police putting a stop to the February protest, the Commissioner of Police is insisting that it is within their rights to stop the protest because it will affect... Read More

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March 10, 2014

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Opinion: Are Nigerians really tired of bad governance?

by Umar Yakubu Thoughts around security, national budget, state of the economy are not debated. Instead, you will read a lot of name-calling and exchange of insults. Ironically, that’s what constitutes present day Nigeria as these social forums comprise of Nigerians from all walks of life. Nigerians are not bothered, nor complaining, nor tired or... Read More

September 17, 2013

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Riots erupt after wardens allegedly beat Adamawa prison inmate to death

by ‘Jola Sotubo Violence erupted yesterday at a prison in Numan, Adamawa State as inmates of the facility protested the death of a fellow inmate who was allegedly beaten to death by wardens. According to reports, security has been beefed up at the prison which is now being guarded by armed soldiers who were deployed... Read More

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May 29, 2012

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MORE PHOTOS: ‘Na for Unilag dem kill MKO??’ UNILAG protests MAUL, police watch calmly

More pictures from Unilag (MAUL?) protests this morning and afternoon. Why were they protesting? As one of the students told our reporter: “Na for Unilag dem kill MKO? Why change our skill from its attractive naem?” See here for our coverage and here for more pictures. Photography by Hycinth Iyereosa

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