From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina As protests began nationwide, there was a low turnout of protesters in Katsina State. Our correspondent reported that only a handful of protesters under different NGOs took over the streets carrying flashcards with inscriptions “We are not slaves”Economic hardship is high” Reduce the high cost of governance ”and many others. The protesters gathered at the Emir’s palace for some hours and later dispersed. It was gathered that members of the Civil Society Organisation (CSO) and Organised labour did not participate in the protest. The Triumph reported that there the was presence of heavy security personnel…
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By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has urged Nigerians, particularly youths to be patience with the present administration as it works earnestly, to ensure that things get better. The first lady gave the advice in the State House on Wednesday during an interview with newsmen on the planned nationwide hunger protest by some youths. “I appeal to the youths to be patience, we did not come to the state house to play, we are here to work because I know we would leave this place one day. “The government has been working day and night to…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman Amid the ongoing nationwide protest of #Endbadgovernance, some residents of Kano State have taken to the streets in support of the Tinubu-led administration. The Triumph gathered, the protesters stormed the Audu Bako way and farm centre road in Kano, saying the current administration needs more time to address challenges confronting the nation. “We are out to appreciate the President for the development we are able to count in this administration so far. “We appreciate him for the North West Development Commission we are sure it will bring about positive change to our region. The best way…
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…
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…