Ohanaeze condemns attack on Oba of Lagos palace

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youths Worldwide on Sunday condemned the attack on the palace of Oba of Lagos, taking away his staff of office. In a statement by the National Deputy, President, Dr Kingsley Dozie and National Publicity Secretary, Osmond Nkeoma, the organisation regretted that the genuine #EndSARS protest was hijacked by miscreants. “It is equally regrettable […]

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Restrain hoodlums from violence, Lawan urges security agencies

Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, has lamented the looting and destruction of public and private assets by criminals across the country. He also condoled the families of victims of the violence that paralysed parts of the country for days; even as he called for a thorough investigation into acts of criminality. He paid tributes to security […]

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S’West govs, Afenifere tell Igbo to ignore ultimatum, go about lawful businesses

South West governors in the country have disowned the 48- hour ultimatum given to some Nigeria nationals especially the lgbo to quit the region. While describing the ultimatum as senseless, the governors enjoined the lgbo in the region to ignore the ultimatum and go about their legitimate businesses. The chairman of the South West Governors […]

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Please stop! Davido begs looters, destroyers

Nigerian music superstar, Davido has taken to his Twitter account to condemn the recent happenings across the nation. After the Lekki tollgate protest went sour, there’s been series of looting and destruction of both private and government properties in different cities of the country. Davido aired his displeasure via a tweet Sunday thus: “It is […]

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Ondo SUBEB, state radiovision offices burnt

A ‘mysterious’ fire outbreak has razed the Ondo State Universal Education Board (SUBEB) office at Oke Eda, Akure, the state capital. Reports had it that the fire outbreak started at about 11 pm on Sunday. The building, which also occupies the marketing office of the state Government-owned Radiovision Corporation was affected by the fire. The […]

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Taraba extends curfew over looting

Governor Darius Ishaku Taraba State has extended the curfew imposed on Jalingo, the state capital to 24 hours until further notice. Deputy Governor, Engr. Haruna Manu, announced this on Sunday night. He said that government has carefully reviewed developments in the last 24 hours and decided to extend the curfew to safeguard lives and properties. […]

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#EndSARS protest a fundamental lesson in democratic governance

By Bola Tinubu I heavily grieve for those who have lost their lives or been injured during the period of these protests. My deepest sympathies go to their families and loved ones for none should have been made to pay such a dear price. My career as an active politician spans nearly three decades. In […]

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#EndSARS: 25 Lagos police formations burnt, five vandalised

At least, 25 police formations were razed and five others vandalised in Lagos during the violence that trailed the #ENDSARS protests last week, findings have shown. The number comprises 14 divisions, three commands and three barracks. The Police Command however, said at the weekend it had started taking stock of the damages it suffered, including […]

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NASS will ensure justice for SARS victims, Lawan assures

Senate President Ahmed Lawan on Monday assured the National Assembly would ensure justice for all victims of the disbanded Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) police outfit. In a statement personally signed by him in Abuja, he called on security agencies to stop the orgy of looting and vandalism now prevalent across major cities in the […]

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