Nursing mother in Abuja, reveals why she joined the protest
A woman in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has disclosed why she joined the “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” protest despite being a nursing mother. The woman came for the protest with her infant in her hand. She joined other protesters at Eagle Square in Abuja. According to the woman whose identity was not revealed, […]
Man Arrested with Knife at #EndBadGovernance Protest in Abuja
A potentially dangerous situation was averted at the #EndBadGovernance protest in Abuja’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) when police apprehended a man attempting to attack protesters with a knife. Eyewitness accounts describe the suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed, approaching the demonstration with a knife before being swiftly disarmed and arrested by security personnel. The motivations behind […]
Police shoots at peaceful protesters in Maiduguri, Borno state
In Maiduguri, Borno State, police dispersed a protest on Thursday, August 1, 2024 by shooting at them. The protesters were demonstrating against economic hardship and the recent fuel subsidy removal. The protest, which started peacefully, turned violent when police arrived at the scene. A TV reporter, who was live on air reporting on the protest, […]
Police fires teargas at protesters around the federal secretariat in Abuja
On August 1, 2024, law enforcement personnel in Abuja utilized teargas to disperse protesters assembled near the federal secretariat, part of a countrywide demonstration against economic hardship and soaring inflation. The “10 days of rage” protests, which commenced today, aim to prompt decisive government action addressing economic hardship, inflation, and police brutality. Despite a court […]
Gunshots as Police prevent protesters from blocking major road
Gunshots were fired into air at the popular Top Medical junction in Tunga area of Minna, Niger State capital, when protesters attempted to block the road. The Police had earlier fired teargas to disperse the protesters but they attempted to reassemble while aiming at mounting a road block on the ever busy road. The policemen […]
#EndBadGovernanceProtest: Armed Police force mounts at Lekki Toll Gate
Battle-ready security operatives comprising men of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Nigerian Army and others, have taken over positions at the Lekki Toll Plaza in Lagos State on Thursday morning apparently to forestall any form of protest taking place at the ever-busy gateway in Nigeria’s major commercial city. Reports that various youth groups have scheduled […]
Lagos protesters mobilize at Ikeja under bridge for #EndBadGovernanceProtest
A large crowd of protesters has gathered at the Ikeja Under Bridge in Lagos, joining a nationwide movement demanding improved governance in Nigeria. The demonstration seeks to address pressing issues such as poor living conditions, inadequate security, and pervasive corruption. As seen in a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), a substantial number of protesters […]
Just In: Court places restrictions on #EndBadGovernance protests in Ogun State
The Ogun State High Court, on Wednesday, ruled that the #EndBadGovernanceln Nigeria protests must be limited to four designated locations in the state. Additionally, the protests can only take place between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Justice O. Ogunfowora granted the state government’s application, which was presented by Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice Oluwasina Ogungbade […]
Super Falcons Eliminated from Olympics After 3-1 Defeat to Japan
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been eliminated from the Paris 2024 Olympics following a 3-1 loss to Japan on Wednesday. Japan took an early lead with goals from Maika Hamano and Mina Tanaka. Despite a glimmer of hope from Jennifer Echegini’s goal for Nigeria, Hikaru Kitagawa sealed the victory for Japan. Nadeshiko Japan finished […]
BREAKING: Police Neutralize Explosive Device in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command’s anti-bomb squad has successfully deactivated an improvised explosive device (IED) in the Ikeja area of Lagos. State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident to PUNCH Online on Wednesday. Hundeyin reported that the device, wrapped in a bag, was abandoned by the roadside from an unregistered vehicle along […]