The initially peaceful hunger protest in Sokoto state devolved into chaos, marked by the burning of tires and the destruction of the pavement wire separating […]
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Nationwide Hunger Protest Brings Abuja to Standstill
A nationwide protest against hunger and economic hardship triggered by recent government reforms brought parts of the nation’s capital to a standstill on Thursday, August […]
Downpour Disperses #EndBadGovernance Protesters in Benin
A downpour that began at 11:40 a.m. dispersed peaceful protesters at the popular Ring Road in Benin, the Edo State capital, who were participating in […]
Protesters Take Over Streets in Jalingo, Taraba State
Protesters, predominantly youth and children, have taken over Hamaruwa Way, the largest street in Jalingo, the Taraba state capital, chanting “bamu yi,” meaning “we are […]
Police Disperse #EndBadGovernance Protesters in Bauchi Using Teargas
Operatives of the Bauchi Police Command fired tear gas canisters on Thursday, August 1, to disperse protesters participating in the #EndBadGovernance protests in the state. […]
Heavy Downpour Halts Protest Plans in Imo State
A heavy downpour in the early hours of Thursday forced protesters in Imo State to abandon their plans to storm the streets. The adverse weather […]
Police Disperse Protesters in Jigawa With Teargas
Police operatives have dispersed protesters at the entrance of Dutse Government House. The protesters were led by Jigawa Commissioner of Police Ahmed Tijjani Abdullahi. The […]
Protesters Dispersed at Lekki Toll-Gate as Police Fire Teargas
Protesters scrambled for safety at the Lekki toll-gate area of Lagos State amid a heavy security presence. The Nation observed that security operatives, including members […]
Katsina Kicks Off August 1 Protest Against Economic Hardships
The August 1 nationwide protests against “economic hardships and bad governance” began in Katsina around 9 am on Thursday. Led by Ambassador Umar Ahmed Jibrin […]
Police Clash with Protesters in Borno After Suicide Bombing
At least two people were injured when police officers from the Borno Police Command clashed with protesters in Maiduguri, Borno State. One protester is feared […]