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November 24, 2022

Abuja High Court strikes out case to nullify candidature of Bola Tinubu; National Assembly passes students loan bill | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Abuja High Court strikes out case to nullify candidature of Bola Tinubu US approves no-interview student visa renewals for Nigerians President Buhari nominates Lauretta Onochie as NDDC Chairman FUTA ASUU hold protest, criticize FG over half salary payment National Assembly passes students loan bill Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are... Read More

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October 15, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSUpdate: Is the government fighting back with thugs? | #AlausaProtest

As we’ve seen historically, through countless cases, a peaceful protest is only a few violent acts away from turning to a national crisis. Protests are naturally a result of the dissatisfaction of a people stemming from a failure of the Government or some other administrative body to attend to the concerns of said people. The... Read More

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The Late 5: LUTH resident doctors protest, issue ultimatum to management; Over 30 killed as gunmen raid Katsina communities | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Presidency sets up task force to clear Apapa gridlock within two weeks The Presidency on Wednesday has set up a task force headed by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to clear up the gridlock in Apapa and its environs within two weeks. The task force was set up... Read More

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October 13, 2018

As the Shi’ites protest El-Zakzaky’s continued detention, we inch closer to violence

The continuous protest by members of Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) which comprises of the Muslim Shi’ite community in Nigeria is taking a new turn that may lead to violence and further truncate the existing peace of the federal capital territory Abuja. Shi’ite members have been protesting the continued detention of their detained leader, Sheikh... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

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December 19, 2017

This statement clearly shows Okorocha is out of touch with reality

Imo governor, Rochas Okorocha on Tuesday said no responsibility reasonable Imo indigene will protest against him. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Sam Onwuemeodo, the governor said his opposition are only on social media. The statement partly read, “We want to take the floor once again to inform the general public that... Read More

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November 30, 2017

CSOs protest slave auctions at Libyan embassy

Some Civil Society Organisations on Thursday stormed the Libyan Embassy in Abuja to protest the reported slave trade of Africans in Libya. What happened: CNN had reported that Africans, most especially Nigerians are being auctioned in Libya for as low as $400. What is happening: Convener of Concerned Nigerians, Deji Adeyanju said it was shocking that slave trade... Read More

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November 10, 2017

Chibok girls: We will resume daily protest at Aso Villa on Tuesday – BBOG

The Bring Back Our Girls (BBOG) movement has said it would resume its daily protest over 113 Chibok girls who are still missing at Aso Villa from Tuesday. BBOG spokesman, Sesugh Akume said this in a statement issued on Thursday. Background: The group has continued to demand the release of 276 girls abducted by Boko... Read More

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November 9, 2017

Kaduna teachers protest sack after failing competency test

Nigeria Labour Congress President, Ayuba Wabba on Wednesday led thousands of teachers in Kaduna to protest the sacking of 21,870 primary schoolteachers. Why they were sacked: The Kaduna State government had organised a competency test for 33,000 primary school teachers in the state. 25,000 of the teachers had flunked the primary four test administered to them.... Read More

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October 23, 2017

I feel like wailing for Nigeria but… | 2baba finally reacts to cancelled protest at #BuckwyldNBreathless

Nigerian music legend, Innocent Idibia popularly known as 2baba has finally responded to criticisms that followed his withdrawal from the ‘One Nigeria’ nationwide protest early this year. The pop star who started a campaign for the protest, later pulled out in a video clip he posted on Instagram. According to the singer, the protest was under... Read More

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September 28, 2017

I have paid half salary for July… | Bello reacts to Kogi workers’ protest

Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello has said workers in the state are falsely painting his government as inhumane and irresponsible. Background: ASUU had blasted Yahaya Bello over non-payment of salaries. The governor was later said to be building a mansion in Okene despite owing workers. Civil servants in Kogi also rejected Yahaya Bello’s 50% salary.... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Benue police arrest reporter over IDPs protest story

The Benue Police Command has arrested a NAN reporter, Emmanuel Atswen over a report on the protest by IDPs at the International Market camp in Makurdi. What happened: IDPs in the camp had protested the alleged diversion of relief items. They had blocked the main entrance into the camp to stop vehicles loaded with the assorted relief... Read More

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September 13, 2017

IDPs protest alleged diversion of relief items in Benue

Internally Displaced Persons at the International Market Camp, Makurdi, on Tuesday protested alleged diversion of relief materials by camp officials. The protest reportedly started when a truck, 2 Hilux vans, a bus and a saloon car loaded with relief materials from the camp warehouse, were about to drive out of the camp. The protesters blocked... Read More

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September 7, 2017

FG protests killing of Nigerians in South Africa

The Nigerian mission in South Africa said it has expressed its displeasure at the killing of Nigerians to the government of that country. The police in South Africa had recently killed two Nigerians in possession of drugs. Kingsley Ikeri, from Imo state, was allegedly killed by the police at Vryheid town, in KwaZulu Natal province... Read More

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August 26, 2017

BREAKING: 3 dead in Owerri market protest

A protest by Owerri natives following the demolition of the Eke Onunwa market by the state government has led to the death of three people on Saturday, NAN reports. Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Andrew Enwerem, however could not confirm the casualty. It was learnt that one of the protesters was hit and killed by... Read More

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August 19, 2017

“Buhari go home!” | Nigerians chant in front of Abuja House in London (WATCH)

Some Nigerians in London on Friday night staged a protest at the Abuja House where President Muhammadu Buhari has been resident for over 100 days. The protesters were heard chanting ‘Buhari go home’, as they vowed to protest till early Saturday morning. There has also been calls for the President to resume office or resign... Read More

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August 19, 2017

Police disperse IPOB members in Port Harcourt

Members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) were on Friday dispersed by policemen while protesting in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, Punch reports. It was learnt that the IPOB members were leaving flags and gathering to protest. They were said to have been chased by police operatives. An eyewitness said, “They (IPOB members) suddenly... Read More

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August 16, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 16th of August

Follow these links to read the full stories and analyses: #OurMumuDondo Movement suspends anti-Buhari protests EXCLUSIVE: What actually happened at the Ozubulu church attack WO! The streets called and Olamide answered

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August 16, 2017

[The Legislative Blog]: Here’s how Senator Shehu Sani feels about the attack on Charly Boy

Nigerian entertainer turned full time activist, Charly Boy has been at the centre of the protest calling for the resumption or resignation of President Muhammadu Buhari. On Tuesday, the 66-year-old was nearly lynched by men who are alleged pro-Buhari protesters as he and other members of the #Resumeorresign group took their grievance to the Wuse... Read More

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August 11, 2017

YNaija Analysis: The Police keep missing the point that protests are a protected right

by Usman Alabi The state has a life of its own, as a matter of fact, the state is fully alive. But the life of the state is not necessarily that of the various groups that constitute it. The state is said to be a neutral force that mediates between the various groups and classes... Read More

Thinking Through

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Our members are in jail without trial | MASSOB laments

Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) on Wednesday staged a protest in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra state over the continuous detention of 12 of its members without trial. The group urged governor of the state, Willie Obiano to facilitate the release of its members. The protesters carried placards... Read More

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Youth protest at N’Assembly over ‘Not too young to run’ bill

A group of youth on Tuesday protested at the National Assembly to demand the passage of the ‘not too young to run’ bill. Chidi Odinkalu, former chairman human rights commission, while addressing the protesters said the youth were the future of the country. “We are in a country with median age of 19 but people who want... Read More

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Pay us with N6.314bn Paris refund | Pensioners tell Aregbesola

Some pensioners in Osun State on Wednesday staged a protest to demand payment of their pensions and gratuities. This comes just a day after Governor Rauf Aregbesola confirmed that he had received N6.314bn as the second tranche of the Paris Club loan refund. The Chairman of the forum, Mr Omoniyi Ilesanmi, who led the protest said... Read More

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“We need good leaders, we’re suffering” – 12-year-old pupil laments (WATCH)

A pupil of Army Children Junior High School at Ikeja Cantonment, decried the poor state of the nation during a protest on Monday. Speaking to newsmen during the #OurMumuDonDo protest organized by Charles Oputa, a.k.a Charly Boy, Sunday Christopher, 12, told the story of how him and his parents struggle to survive. “Sometimes we don’t... Read More

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N’Assembly aides protest death of colleague due to non-payment of salaries

National Assembly aides on Tuesday protested over the death of their colleague due to non-payment of salaries. According to the aides, the deceased could not pay hospital bills due to irregular payment of salaries and allowances by the National Assembly Management. The deceased, Hassan Abiodun was attached to the Office of the Deputy Speaker of... Read More

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Take ownership of LAUTECH from Oyo, Osun | Protesting students urge FG

Students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso have demanded the transfer of ownership of the school from the Osun and Oyo state governments to the Federal Government. The students said this on Thursday when they stormed the National Assembly to protest the closure of their school for over 10 months. They urged the lawmakers... Read More

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Opinion: Does the UI V.C. have powers to suspend school activities without senate approval?

‘Kunle Adebajo That Nigeria’s premier university is on sudden vacation is a long-established and widely-circulated fact. Students of the institution had embarked on a peaceful demonstration just outside the school gate on the National Democracy Day, 29th of May 2017. In a swift reaction on the same day, the Vice Chancellor of the institution, Professor... Read More

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CAN against IPOB, MASSOB sit-at-home protest – Bishop

The Archbishop of the Enugu Province, Anglican Communion, Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma has said the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) is against the sit-at-home protest declared by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB). Chukwuma said this during the democracy day celebration and second year... Read More

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MASSOB faults IG’s directive on May 30 protest

The Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) has faulted the alert by Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris on the sit-at-home protest by Biafrans to mark the Biafra Day on May 30. The group had ordered Igbos to stay at home and has restricted movement to celebrate the day. Idris however... Read More

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LAUTECH students protest, demand audience with Aregbesola (PHOTOS)

Students of the Ladoke Akintola University (LAUTECH) on Wednesday protested the continued closure of the institution in Osun State. The students who demanded an audience with the governor, Rauf Aregbesola also wanted a stable calendar and payment of their lecturers. They were however unable to speak with the governor who was said to be unavailable.... Read More

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We didn’t harass or arrest IPOB women – Army

by Azeez Adeniyi The Nigerian Army has denied arresting any woman during a meeting of the Indigenous People of Biafra held at Abriba, Abia state on Friday. In a statement by the Army Deputy Director Public Relations, Colonel Sagir Musa, 82 Division on Saturday, the army denied IPOB’s claim that its women were attacked and... Read More

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