Written by A severe flood has ravaged the Argungu Emirate in Kebbi State, destroying over 200 houses and displacing numerous residents. The disaster occurred following heavy rainfall on Saturday and Sunday morning, affecting villages in Bayawa, Tiggi, Fakon Sarki Settlement, and Karda Area in Argungu town. The flood has rendered many homeless, with some seeking temporary … Continue reading “Over 200 Houses Destroyed As Flood Devastates Villages In Argungu, Kebbi”
Protesters in Plateau State had the Sunday worship service at the Old Airport roundabout in Jos where the demonstrators have been gathering since the commencement of the protest which is on the fourth day. The worship service which was attended by both Christians and Muslims was a replica of last Friday’s jumat prayers offered … Continue reading “Demonstrators In Plateau Hold Church Service At Protest Ground”
BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE NATIONWIDE PROTEST DATE: SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST 2024 My fellow Nigerians, 1. I speak to you today with a heavy heart and a sense of responsibility, aware of the turmoil and violent protests … Continue reading “FULL TEXT: President Tinubu’s Speech On #EndBadGovernance Protests”
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to suspend the #EndBadGovernance protests and embrace dialogue. During a broadcast on Sunday, the President assured Nigerians that his administration is focused on good governance despite the socio-economic challenges confronting Africa’s most populous nation. Tinubu expressed pain over the loss of lives and properties in some states during the … Continue reading “Suspend #EndBadGovernance Protests, Embrace Dialogue, Tinubu Urges Nigerians”
The dusk-to-dawn curfew imposed in the Keffi Local Government Area following the violent aftermath of the protest has been lifted. The local government council in a statement signed by the Chairman, Muhammad Baba Shehu, revealed that the curfew was lifted after consultation with security agencies who assured of no cause for alarm. READ ALSO: … Continue reading “#EndBadGovernance Protests: Curfew Lifted In Keffi LGA In Nasarawa”
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Saturday asked the #EndBadGovernance protesters to suspend the ongoing nationwide protests. Tajudeen who made the call in a statement said President Bola Tinubu and other top officials of the government are currently discussing the issues affecting the country. According to the Speaker, he has … Continue reading “Tinubu Addressing Protesters’ Concerns, Reps Speaker Calls For Calm”
Borno state governor, Babagana Zulum, has lifted the curfew imposed in the aftermath of the Kaworu bomb blast that resulted in the deaths of 16 people and left several others critically injured. The government on Friday temporarily relaxed the curfew to allow Muslims to observe the Friday (Jumaat) prayers. READ ALSO: Police Impose Curfew … Continue reading “Gov Zulum Lifts Curfew, Condoles With Families Of Kawori Bomb Blast”
A former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on the #Endbadgovernance protesters, to shun violence and give peace a chance in the country. While addressing the tragic loss of lives during the nationwide hunger and hardship protest which commenced on Thursday, Obi in a statement late Friday via X, emphasised … Continue reading “Shun Violence, Obi Pleads With #EndbadgovernanceinNigeria Protesters”
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has condemned the destruction and looting of the Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) Industrial Park in Kano. On Thursday, hoodlums attacked the facility and set it ablaze amidst a wave of nationwide protests against economic hardship. A day after the incident, Sanusi decried the action of the youths, … Continue reading “Emir Of Kano Condemns NCC Park Looting, Warns Against Reoccurrence”
Qatar on Friday is due to hold funeral ceremonies for Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh after his killing in Tehran, an attack blamed on Israel that has deepened fears of a regional escalation. Haniyeh, the Palestinian armed group’s political chief, had resided in Doha along with other members of the Hamas political office. He will … Continue reading “Slain Hamas Chief Haniyeh To Be Buried iI Qatar”