The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has confirmed plans to proceed with a nationwide protest against the recent petrol price hike, despite mounting economic challenges. EDITOR’S PICKS I’ll Support Nigerian Govt Find Solution To Farmers/Herders’ Crises –Emir Sanusi Lagos Ministry of Transportation Joins the Fight Against Gender-Based Violence in 2024 Campaign Sanwo-Olu Encourages Journalists … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is set to address the nation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Tinubu will address Nigerians in a broadcast on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 7:00 am. Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Saturday. Ngelale said, “Television, radio, and … Read more
The Nigerian military announced on Friday that it might step in to address the looting crisis and identify its sponsors amid the ongoing nationwide hunger protest. Eko Hot Blog reports that this statement was made by Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, during a press conference in Abuja. “We are supporting the police all … Read more
The ongoing nationwide protest against ‘bad governance and hardship’ has sparked varied reactions across Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that videos show protesters across various states uniting under common grievances, citing hunger and economic difficulties as their primary motivators. In Abuja, demonstrators gathered with impactful placards reading ‘End Bad Governance,’ ‘Enough is Enough,’ ‘End Hunger,’ … Read more
Youths in Kogi State have largely stayed away from the ongoing nationwide protest against bad governance and hunger. Eko Hot Blog reports that crucial areas such as Ganaja Junction, Government House Road, Paparanda, and NATACO are now under heavy security, with a notable presence of the police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, local vigilantes, … Read more
The Zamfara State government has ordered the closure of all schools and suspended the JLC examination due to the nationwide protest against economic challenges starting on August 1. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Dauda Lawal’s administration in Zamfara State has ordered the immediate closure of all schools in anticipation of the nationwide protest against economic … Read more
Heavily armed security personnel have taken over the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos State in anticipation of the August 1 End Hunger Protest. The deployment aims to prevent any potential breakdown of law and order. Eko Hot Blog reports that the security presence includes men and officials from the police, civil defense, and road … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command deactivated an improvised explosive device found in Ikeja just hours before a planned nationwide protest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command’s anti-bomb squad has deactivated an improvised explosive device in the Ikeja area. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
UNILAG has indefinitely postponed exams scheduled for August 1st and 2nd due to an anticipated nationwide protest, implementing safety measures for all campuses. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced the indefinite postponement of all examinations originally scheduled for August 1st and 2nd due to an anticipated nationwide protest. This decision … Read more
The National Assembly has introduced stringent security measures from August 1, 2024, due to a planned nationwide protest, restricting access and increasing security around the complex. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Assembly Management notified the National Assembly Legislative Aides’ Forum (NASSLAF) on Tuesday about stringent security measures implemented around the National Assembly (NASS). These … Read more
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar urges reconsideration of the planned August 1 protest, highlighting positive outcomes of President Tinubu’s reforms and ongoing economic recovery. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has expressed his disagreement with the planned nationwide protest scheduled to begin on August 1, urging organizers to reconsider and … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima calls for support for President Tinubu’s administration, addresses concerns about Tinubu’s stance towards the northern region and Islam, and highlights key appointments and initiatives benefiting the North. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s policies and programs, assuring that the President’s intentions … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organizers of the nationwide protest against economic hardship, poor governance, and widespread hunger have released the locations for the upcoming demonstrations. The protests are scheduled to take place from August 1 to 10, 2024, at various sites across the country. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – Sanwo-Olu … Read more
Igbo youths, led by the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Wing, have decided not to participate in the nationwide protest against economic hardship, urging instead for continued government engagement to address their grievances. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Igbo youths have firmly declared their non-participation in the proposed nationwide protest against the increasing hardship in Nigeria. Instead, they … Read more
Governor Alex Otti opposes Peter Obi’s endorsement of a nationwide protest, emphasizing the illegality of protesting without police approval. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has taken a stance that diverges from that of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, regarding a planned nationwide protest. A … Read more
The Nigerian Police have clarified that their request for protest organizers’ details is a standard procedure to ensure safety and effective communication, not an attempt to undermine constitutional rights. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Police Force has clarified its stance on the request for details of Nigerians planning to participate in the proposed nationwide … Read more
Fuel shortages are reappearing in Abuja and neighboring states due to concerns over a planned nationwide protest, causing station closures and long queues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that fuel shortages are reemerging in Abuja and neighboring states such as Niger, Nasarawa, and Kogi, as filling stations close due to concerns over a planned nationwide protest. Oil … Read more
PDP’s Lere Olayinka urges President Tinubu to focus on governance and dismisses the threat of an imagined nationwide protest by Nigerian youths. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lere Olayinka, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has urged President Bola Tinubu’s government to stop being disturbed by what he calls an imaginary nationwide protest. Nigerian … Read more
IGP Kayode Egbetokun requires protest organizers to submit details to state police for public safety and order. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has urged Nigerians planning to join the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. Addressing journalists in … Read more
Lagos Assembly asked Sanwo-Olu to take ‘major steps’ to prevent planned protest. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State House of Assembly has called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to take “major steps” to avert the planned nationwide protest in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Agency NBS Feeding Nigerians False Inflation Figures – APC Tunji Alausa, … Read more