August 02
Nigeria: Kaduna Govt Seals Electricity Distribution Company Over Unpaid Tax
"We are backed by the law to seal and take over their premises in order to ensure compliance, and that is what we executed this morning." Read more »
Nigeria: Why Bayelsa Currently Has No Electricity Supply - TCN
TCN said that presently, Yenagoa Metropolis and the entire Bayelsa are still without power supply. Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Governor Announces Curfew As Protest Turns to Looting Spree
Governor Namadi, in a broadcast, said the curfew is with immediate effect, but would be relaxed from 12:00 to 2:30 pm during the Jumm'at congregational prayers. Read more »
Nigeria: Police May Join Forces With Military to Block Violent Protest - Police IG
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun places police units on red alert as protest enter Day 2 Read more »
Nigeria: How Hunger Protest Hit States in Various Dimensions, Magnitudes On Day One
The hunger protest, with hashtag #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria, is planned to end on 10 August. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Despite Evidence to the Contrary, Nigeria's IGP Says Police Acted Professionally
Mr Egbetokun's claim of not breaching the fundamental rights of Abuja protesters contradicts the findings of journalists and witnesses who were present during the protest. Read more »
Nigeria: Group Asks Tinubu to Withdraw Duplicated Contract After Premium Times Report
CASER says the two recent contracts awarded by Mr Tinubu are a clear duplication of services that are meant to be at zero cost to Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Protest - Katsina Govt Imposes 24-Hour Curfew As Police Detain 50
The police say 50 suspected miscreants are being held for alleged misconduct during Thursday's protest. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance Protests Day 2 (Live Updates )
This marks the second day of what the protest organisers christened the "#10daysofrage" demonstration. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Lagos Records Violence-Free Demonstrations As Protesters Recount Tales of Hardship
One of the protesters, Mojola Bankole, who described herself as a widow and breadwinner of her house, expressed frustration over Nigeria's failing economy. Read more »
August 01
Nigeria: 'There's No More P-Square,' Paul Confirms Latest Split
"I have over two hundred songs sitting there and don't know what to do with them. I'm not condemning anyone, but the fans need to start knowing the truth so they don't feel… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Anthony Chiejina On Global 'Influence 100' List for 4 Years Running
Global PR firm, PRovoke Media, has listed Anthony Chiejina, group head of corporate communications, Dangote Industries Limited, as one of the "100 most influential communications… Read more »
Nigeria: Old Mutual in Nigeria Announces Change of Name to Emple
Central to emPLE's purpose is empowering people by providing innovative financial solutions that enhance their freedom, security, and prosperity. Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance Protest - Hoodlums Attack Uncommissioned NCC Office in Kano
Police say protesters invaded the NCC centre, broke into offices, and looted state-of-the-art equipment worth billions of Naira Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance Protest - Hoodlums Block Roads Leading to Abuja
The hoodlums blocked the road and burned tyres. Read more »
Nigeria: #endbackgovernance Protest - Hoodlums Wreak Havoc, Attack Journalists in Kano
The marauding hoodlums were seen carrying off items such as office furniture, air conditioners, and metal signboards. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Disperse Protesters On Kaduna-Zaria Expressway
The protesters blocked a section of the Kaduna -Zaria- Kano expressway, causing a gridlock of trucks travelling to Kano. Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance Protest - 13 Arrested for Alleged Vandalism in Kano
Police say the suspects were arrested at the court premises Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance - Protests Turn Violent in Kano, Gombe, Abuja
In some cases, the violence was caused by the actions of security officials. Read more »
Nigeria: Protest - Minister Laments Destruction, Looting of Innovation Park in Kano
There are reports of police brutality against peaceful protesters and journalists. Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance - No Protests in Ekiti As Banks, Markets Open for Business
The state government had met with various interest groups including monarchs, student leaders, market women, artisans, drivers' unions and the security agencies with the goal of… Read more »
Nigeria: Boko Haram - Police Impose Curfew On Borno After Explosion Killed 16
Police say curfew imposed after bomb attack killed many innocent citizens Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance Protest - Youth Barricade Roads, Govt House in Sokoto
However, a combined team of security operatives prevented their entry into the Government House. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Protesters Take Over Streets in Taraba
The demonstrators chanted in Hausa: "Tinubu-Shettima bamuyi, meaning, "We don't want Tinubu and Shettima." Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - How Police Attacked Peaceful Protesters in Abuja
The police fired tear gas indiscriminately in an attempt to prevent the protesters from accessing the iconic Eagle Square ground in the Three Arms Zone of Abuja. Read more »