Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, conducted an on-the-spot inspection of the Kano State High Court on Wednesday after it was vandalized, looted, and set ablaze during the recent nationwide hunger protests, which escalated into violence in parts of the North. Governor Yusuf expressed deep regret over the invasion and destruction of the state high court … Read more
Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, the Chief of Air Staff, disclosed on Saturday the rationale behind deploying aircraft in Gombe State during the #EndBadgovernance protest. He explained that after hoodlums hijacked the demonstration, heightened security measures became imperative. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Demonstration Continues’ – Lagos Protest Organizers Declares ‘FG’s Policies Major Cause Of Hardship’ – Obaseki Reacts … Read more
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed his commitment to preventing further far-right unrest in English towns and cities, despite a largely peaceful night on Wednesday. On Thursday, Starmer announced that he would convene another emergency meeting with senior ministers and police leaders to ensure preparedness for any potential unrest in the coming days. He emphasized … 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
The Commissioner for Information and Communication in Plateau state said the government will relax curfew once the situation improves. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Plateau Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr Musa Ashoms, has said that the 24-hour curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis will be relaxed or lifted immediately the security situation improves. … Read more
Protesters in Kaduna State have defied a 24-hour curfew for the sixth consecutive day, taking to the streets to voice their frustrations over hunger and economic hardship. EKO HOT BLOG reports that despite the curfew imposed by state authorities to quell the unrest, large crowds gathered across various parts of the state on Tuesday, August … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Government has expressed gratitude to the protesters in Lagos for their peaceful resolution and their decision to end the demonstration following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s address today. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commended the protest leaders, stating, “The cessation of the protest today clearly indicates that you believe the government … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Imota LCDA, Prince Wasiu Kunle Agoro, has praised the residents for their peaceful conduct during the recent nationwide protests. In his statement, Prince Agoro highlighted the commendable behavior of the community, which has helped maintain a tranquil environment amidst the nationwide unrest. EDITOR’S PICK ‘We Couldn’t Make … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Imota Local Branch, spearheaded by Comrade Adebogun Oriyomi, has stepped up its peacebuilding initiatives on the second day of the national protest. The branch’s strategy included engaging with critical state government facilities, such as the Lagos State Rice Mill and Fire Station, to ensure the … Read more
End Hunger protest organizers criticize President Tinubu’s response, announce the fifth day of protests, and call for public support amid clashes and violence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organizers of the ‘End Hunger’ protest in Lagos have announced plans to resume their demonstration at Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park, Ojota, on Monday, August 5, 2024, despite … Read more
Governor Obaseki blames federal policies for hardship in Nigeria and outlines Edo State’s measures to alleviate suffering, including wage increases and free transport. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, stated on Sunday that the hardship in the country is attributable to the policies of the Federal Government. This remark came as … Read more
SSNANU and NASU suspend proposed industrial action over the onging protest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU have suspended their planned indefinite strike in the wake of the ongoing nationwide protests against hardship and bad governance. EDITOR’S … 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
The FCT police command has advised journalists covering the ongoing nationwide protests against economic hardship to wear their media organization’s attire to avoid being mistaken for protesters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some Nigerians organised a 10-day nationwide protest against what they termed as #EndBadGovernance and took to the streets on Thursday to express their … Read more
At least 80 people were killed in Bangladesh on Sunday during escalating clashes between police and anti-government protesters. Eko Hot Blog reports that the unrest follows student leaders declaring a campaign of civil disobedience to demand Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. Thirteen police officers lost their lives when thousands attacked a police station in Sirajganj … Read more
Osun protest organizers will meet to deliberate their next steps following President Bola Tinubu’s appeal for dialogue, stating the president did not address their specific concerns. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Protest organizers in Osun plan to meet to decide their next steps after President Bola Tinubu appealed for protesters to suspend their actions and engage … Read more
Hoodlums stole no fewer than 205 chairs, musical instruments, and other equipment worth millions of naira from a Living Faith Church in Katsina State. The theft occurred during the ongoing nationwide protest against hardship. The attackers, who arrived around 10:00 am in tricycles, forcibly entered the church by breaking doors and windows. Pastor David Sarki … Read more
The ongoing 10-day protest in Nigeria, which began on August 1, has turned bloody and violent. What was intended to be a peaceful demonstration quickly descended into chaos, with over 20 lives lost, including security personnel and many others injured. The Genesis of the Protest The #EndBadGovernance protests was birthed as a response to widespread … Read more
Aisha Dogara Adamu, a protester at the #EndBadGovernance protest in Bauchi, was assaulted and stripped naked by a hoodlum during a peaceful demonstration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a protester at the #EndBadGovernance protest in Bauchi State, Aisha Dogara Adamu, has recounted how a hoodlum assaulted and stripped her naked in public. Aisha, a resident of … Read more
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