Fear Grips Nigerians as Protesters Wave Russian Flags During Protest in Kano

Some Nigerians, including a former general and ex-diplomats, have expressed worry after some protesters in the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest waved what appeared like the Russian flag. They said the scene did not portend well for the country and warned Nigerians and the Federal Government to guard against foreign incursion. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more

Protests: Military Will Step in if… – CDS

Plateau killings and Nigerian military

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

We Won’t Condone Violent Protest, DHQ Warns

Plateau killings and Nigerian military

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a stern warning against any actions that could lead to chaos under the guise of a nationwide protest. Eko Hot Blog gathered that Edward Buba, the director of defence media operations, during a press briefing on Thursday, stated that the “contemporary context” of the planned protest in Nigeria appears … Read more