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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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“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…
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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…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 16th of August
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[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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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We will draw the world’s attention to Biafra land on May 30 – IPOB
by Azeez Adeniyi The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has said it would not back out of its sit-at-home protest in the South-East and South-South regions on May 30. In…
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Police warn IPOB against protesting in Abuja
by Dolapo Adelana The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Command, Musa Kimo, has warned members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) against holding its planned protest in…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy