A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed against the #EndBadGovernance protesters, along with the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), the Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Chiefs of Army and Defence Staff. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protests have issued a 17-point ultimatum to the Federal Government ahead of their planned nationwide demonstration on October 1, 2024. Their demands include the immediate release of all detained protesters, the unfreezing of their assets, and compensation for the distress they endured during peaceful demonstrations. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
A Federal Court in Abuja has ordered the freezing of bank accounts belonging to thirty-two individuals and companies associated with the recent 10-day #EndBadGovernance Protest. This action, pending investigation and prosecution, was ordered by Justice Emeka Nwite, who also directed the banks to apprehend anyone transacting with these accounts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has secured court approval to detain 124 individuals arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protest for an extended period of 60 days as investigations continue. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued this ruling in response to ex-parte motions filed by Ibrahim Mohammed, counsel for the Inspector-General of Police … Read more
The organizers of the recent #EndBadGovernance protests, which disrupted economic activities across Nigeria, are planning another round of nationwide demonstrations scheduled for October. Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), confirmed the upcoming protests in a statement to DAILY POST on Saturday. Nigerian youths previously held nationwide protests from August … Read more
Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), declared the 10-day #EndBadGovernance protest a success. He emphasized that the protest achieved its goals before, during, and after the demonstration, which was meticulously planned and executed. Speaking on Saturday during an X Space discussion titled “#EndBadGovernance in Nigeria Protest: What Next?,” EDITOR’S … Read more
“I have heard you loud and clear. I understand the pain and frustration that drive these protests, and I want to assure you that our government is committed to listening and addressing the concerns of our citizens”. These were the words of President Bola Tinubu in a broadcast to the nation on the now-suspended #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests. … Read more
A report has revealed that the Nigerian government has frozen over $37 million worth of cryptocurrency held in wallets believed to be owned by organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protests. The freezing order was issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja. According to a copy of the ruling obtained by Premium Times, the order was … Read more
Human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has announced that the organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protests plan to take legal action against the Federal Government over the killing of protesters during the demonstrations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this decision comes in the wake of the nationwide #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria protests, which began on August 1 in response … Read more
Last Sunday, President Bola Tinubu addressed the nation amid #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria protests, expressing sorrow over lost lives and urging peace. He defended his economic reforms, highlighted progress and unveiled initiatives for youth empowerment, housing and food security. Nevertheless, his address sparked a range of responses, and indeed, it received mixed reactions, with critics saying he didn’t … Read more
The EndBadGovernance protesters have launched a one-million-man march in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the protest, which started on August 1 in response to the rising cost of living, is scheduled to conclude today, August 10. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Demonstration Continues’ – Lagos Protest Organizers Declares ‘FG’s Policies Major Cause Of … Read more
The organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protest on Friday called for the dismissal of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, following the killing of protesters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this demand was made during a candlelight symposium held at the Rights House in Ikeja, Lagos State, in honor of the victims. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Demonstration Continues’ – … Read more
Peter Obi condemns the security raid on NLC’s Abuja headquarters, calling it an attempt to intimidate the labor union. The Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has strongly condemned the invasion of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) National Secretariat by security operatives. EKO HOT BLOG reports that armed security forces on … Read more
Minister of Education Prof. Tahir Mamman has directed NBTE and NERDC to develop a skills curriculum for all educational levels to address the learning crisis and skills gap in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has directed the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Nigerian Educational Research … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a strong warning against the display of foreign flags during protests and calls for a military takeover. Eko Hot Blog gathered that NPF through a press release, described such actions as treasonable felonies under Nigerian law. This warning came in response to a series of violent protests across Bauchi, … Read more
Chief of Defence Staff has warned that flying the Russian flag during protests is a treasonable offense. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Mustapha, has issued a stern warning against flying the Russian flag during protests, labeling it a treasonable offense. This comes after several #EndBadGovernance protesters in northern … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Russian Embassy in Nigeria has denied any involvement or interference in the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest, following reports of its flags being used by some protesters in northern Nigeria. Protesters in the northern regions were seen marching with Russian flags, chanting slogans, and holding placards with various messages. This raised concerns … Read more
Abuja Police Commissioner Ben Igweh mandates journalists to wear media jackets and carry ID during protests; DSS arrests #EndBadGovernance protest leader Micheal Lenin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner of Police in Abuja, Ben Igweh, has requested that journalists intending to cover the ongoing nationwide protests dress in their media organizations’ jackets and carry valid … Read more
#EndBadGovernance protest organizers criticize President Tinubu’s address, claiming it justifies violence and dismisses their demands. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protest have accused President Bola Tinubu of being out of touch with the needs of the masses in Nigeria. This criticism followed Tinubu’s nationwide address on Sunday, responding to the protest that … Read more
A small group of #EndBadGovernance protesters gathered at Gani Fawehinmi Park, expressing dissatisfaction with President Tinubu’s address, as police restricted their movement and urged dialogue. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a small group of #EndBadGovernance protesters gathered at Gani Fawehinmi Park on Sunday morning, singing solidarity songs shortly after President Bola Tinubu addressed the nation. The … Read more