From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Government says it acknowledges protest as a fundamental right of citizens but is worried because the process might be hijacked by hoodlums and dissidents to unleash mayhem. Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande, stated this on Wednesday, shortly after participating in a Forum of Councillors in Nigeria, held at Shehu Yar’Adu Centre, Abuja. Fielding questions from newsmen, the Minister stressed that hoodlums might seize the opportunity of the nationwide protest to destroy and loot critical public infrastructure built many years, thereby setting the country backwards. Olawande listed the giant strides of…
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From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau The State House of Assembly today deliberated and approved the adoption of the House’s revised Standing Orders 2024. The development followed the presentation of the Motion for the adoption of the House revised Standing Orders by Majority leader Honourable Bello Muhammad Mazawajje representing Tsafe East, and seconded by Chief Whip Honourable Rilwanu Marafa Nagambo, representing Anka. Shading more light on the Motion, Honourable Bello Muhammad Mazawajje said when adopted the Standing Orders will guide both Legislative members and staff to conduct their responsibilities effectively. Honourable Bello Muhammad Mazawajje called on the Honourable members to approve the…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar …says the state is yet to recover from #EndSARS’ sorrow, misery The Organised Labour and Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Cross River State have distanced themselves from the planned nationwide protest scheduled to flag off today. The Labour and Interest groups in the state have warned that the sighted the protest is an act of saboteurs that will do more harm than good to the good people of Cross River State, and pledged that they have exonerated themselves from partaking they opted to instead resolve that they will embark on. “Operation Protect” the…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has called on the Federal Government and security agencies to protect journalists covering the protests scheduled to begin today, August 1, 2024, stressing that as citizens exercise their democratic right to protest unpopular government policies and actions, it is imperative that journalists can report on the events without fear of harassment, obstruction, or violence targeted at them. In a statement issued on its behalf by Ms Esther Adeniyi, a Programme Officer, MRA further urged the government and security agencies to adopt and implement specific measures to protect journalists during the protests, including…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Suspected Hoodlums have attacked a bus loaded with palliatives belonging to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Cross River State Council. The Journalist received the information from the Director of the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA),. James Anam, as a beneficiary of the present phase of distribution, hurriedly moved to the government warehouse and successfully conveyed the food items. Our correspondent reports that the palliative-laden vehicle, en-route to the NUJ Secretariat, was attacked, about an hour ago, with hoodlums raining hales of stones on the slowly moving vehicle, carting away food items from…
From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the construction of the 108km Magami to Dansadau road. A statement from the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the Magami to Dansadau road project is a priority for immediate action to address security challenges and prioritize the well-being of the affected people in the area. The Governor approved the project during a Zamfara State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House in Gusau. The statement further noted that key topics, such as budget performance, were addressed during the State Executive Council meeting. ”It also mentioned…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has appealed to the residents of the state to avoid any form of provocation during the planned protests. Abba Kabir made this call on Wednesday while addressing business leaders, traditional rulers, and religious leaders at Africa House in Government House He emphasised that protests would not yield the desired results, stating, “Protest will not take us anywhere.” The Governor highlighted the state government’s efforts towards implementing policies and programmes aimed at enhancing the well-being of citizens, showcasing Kano’s blessings. “We are united in our quest for positive change that will…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended his warmest felicitations to the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, on the auspicious occasion of his 63rd birthday celebration. The felicitation message was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. As the leader of the Tijjaniyya Sufi order in the country, the Governor acknowledged the Emir’s contributions in uniting the disciples of the sect and the entire Muslim Ummah in Kano and beyond. The Governor expressed his appreciation for how Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, during his truncated reign, advocated…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Independent Election Commission (KANSIEC) has announced the schedule and guidelines for the upcoming local government elections, which will take place from August 15th to November 30th, 2024. The Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Sani Lawal Malumfashi, emphasized that the elections are a crucial part of actualizing grassroots democracy in the state. Key dates for the election process include: Guidelines and Notification of Polls: August 15th to August 31st, 2024 Party Campaigns September 6th to midnight on November 29th, 2024 Party Primaries and Submission of Candidates September 19th to September 30th, 2024 Sale of Forms October 2nd…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina A non-governmental organization, Muryar Talaka Awareness Initiative has urged youth, organised labour and other organisations to shun planned nationwide protests. The National Secretary of the NGO, Comrade Dauda Bishir at a news conference in Katsina State said dialogue with Government was the best option to address grievances. Dauda explained that the protesters would be hijacked by hoodlums and other unpatriotic Nigerians to cause tension and opportunity to loot the properties of Innocent citizens. He said experience showed that protests in some African countries have plunged the countries into war and brought hunger and economic instability.…