Anti-protest protester makes u-turn, laments hunger, hardship on live TV
One ‘Say No to Protest’ protester has shockingly made a U-turn, lamenting the hunger and hardship in the country. The protester who stormed the streets of Abuja said he was supposed to be protesting against those planning to protest against hunger and hardship. He, however, ended up protesting against bad governance, decrying the increased hunger and hardship in the country, while speaking to newsmen as shown on AIT live. “N1000 will not take care of drinking…
# EndBadGovernanceInNigeria: Children lead protest in Jalingo
In a rare display of youthful activism, children aged 8-13 and youths took to the streets of Jalingo on Thursday afternoon to protest the prevailing hardships. The children chant, “Bamu ai, bamu ai,” which translates to “We don’t agree, we don’t agree,” to draw attention to the challenges they are going through. The protest began Read More
Hardship protest: Osun protesters hit Osogbo streets despite rain
Many residents of Osogbo on Thursday defied early morning light rain and stormed streets for the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest against the poor state of the economy. The protesters had started their march from Freedom Park, Osogbo, and moved through the popular MDS road to Olaiya Junction where the protesters, accompanied by armed security operatives, addressed journalists. Read More
I rather die on the street than die at home, says protester
A protester, Benjamin Chijioke, who is among many Nigerians who hit the streets on Thursday to protest hardship and the high cost of living, declared his reasons for his demonstrations. In an interview with a Channels TV reporter, Chijioke said, “I rather die on the street than die at home. I can’t sit and watch Read More
Algerian Olympic boxer advances to quarter-finals amidst gender eligibility
Controversial Algerian boxer Imane Khelif advanced to the quarter-finals of the women’s Olympic 66kg category after her Italian opponent retired just 46 seconds into their last 16 clash. Angela Carini threw in the towel in the first minute of her meeting with Khelif, whose presence in the tournament has stoked controversy after she failed a Read More
No #EndBadGovernance protest in Kwara as workers boycott offices, banks shut
Major roads in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, were deserted on Thursday as both commercial and private vehicles were off the road. Although there was a heavy security presence at government facilities, including the Central Bank of Nigeria, courts, and the government secretariat, banks and government offices were closed as workers did not report to Read More
PICTORIAL: Lekki Toll gate under heavy guard as protests erupt in Lagos
Thursday witnessed a significant security presence at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos State as protesters gathered to demand an end to bad governance. The area was heavily fortified with security personnel who were deployed to maintain order and prevent any potential unrest. Photos and videos by Saheed Olugbon capture the scene, showing a large Read More
#EndBadGovernance: Protesters destroy posters, pelt Gombe govt house
Some angry protesters on Thursday pelted stones at the Gombe State Government House, while the rest wreaked havoc at the Jekadafari axis of the Gombe Local Government Area. Recall that on Tuesday Governor Muhammadu Yahaya, had a meeting with critical stakeholders, where they assured him that they would not participate. Yahaya had urged interested protesters Read More
Foot injury sidelines Man Utd’s new signing Yoro, three others
Manchester United’s preseason preparations have been disrupted by a series of injuries to key players, raising concerns ahead of the new campaign. The club has confirmed four injuries during their tour, with two players facing extended periods on the sidelines. New signing Leny Yoro has been ruled out for approximately three months with a foot Read More
#EndBadGovernance: Traders cautious, security heightened as Kogi remains calm
A morning tour of Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State, on Thursday revealed no signs of protests. PUNCH Online reported that the areas visited were clear of any gatherings. At the popular post office along the Lokoja-Kabba/Okene road, traders were seen cautiously opening their shops halfway, carefully assessing the safety situation before fully opening. Security Read More



