President Bola Tinubu has called for the suspension of the ongoing nationwide #endbadgovernment protests. The protest which began on August 1 was scheduled to continue until August 10. EDITOR’S PICK ‘We Couldn’t Make It Work Again’ – Rudeboy Confirms PSquare Has Broken Up Again Nationwide Protest: Police Gun Down Protester in Kaduna Popular Pastor Leads … Read more
The Nigeria Police announced that 681 individuals involved in various criminal activities during the ongoing #EndBadGovernance in Nigeria protest have been arrested over the past two days. The protest, which focuses on issues of hunger and inflation, began nationwide on August 1 and is now in its third day, as of August 3. EKO HOT … Read more
Governor Fubara’s motorcade was blocked by protesters in Port Harcourt demanding his resignation and engagement amidst nationwide protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s motorcade was obstructed by protesters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. According to Channels Television, the demonstrators demanded the governor step down and engage with them directly. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq urges protesters to be patient, assuring that President Tinubu’s government is working on strengthening the economy and improving citizens’ welfare. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has appealed to protesters across the country for patience with President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The Governor assured that the government … Read more
Peter Obi urges President Tinubu to directly address Nigerians regarding protests against bad governance and economic hardship. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has urged President Bola Tinubu to directly address Nigerians regarding the ongoing protests against bad governance and harsh economic conditions. In a statement … Read more
Governor Sanwo-Olu, through Commissioner Gbenga Omotosho, urges #EndBadGovernance protesters to end their demonstration, assuring that the government has heard their demands. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged the #EndBadGovernance protesters to end their ongoing demonstration. Speaking through the state Commissioner for Information, Gbenga Omotosho, at Ojota Park on the … Read more
The PDP accused the APC government of instigating violence during the #EndBadGovernance protests, urging a review of harmful policies and an investigation into subsidy and palliative fund looting. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government for allegedly instigating violence during the #EndBadGovernance nationwide protests. … Read more
Femi Falana has called on the government to engage with aggrieved Nigerian youths protesting against poverty and high living costs, urging them to stop disrupting the protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has asked government officials to engage the aggrieved Nigerian youths amid the ongoing nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests. Angry Nigerians had … Read more
The PDP has urged the APC-led government to review its harmful policies, accusing it of causing nationwide protests due to arrogance and insensitivity to citizens’ hardships. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government to immediately review its anti-people policies that are “suffocating life … Read more
Anti-protesters attacked journalists Matthew Ochei, Monday Osayande, and Pointer reporter Lucy during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in Delta State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that General Overseer and President of El-buba Outreach Ministries International (EBOMI), Dr. Isa El-buba, led the August 1st hunger protest in Jos, the Plateau state capital, on Thursday. El-buba, who is also the national … Read more
Nigerians have launched nationwide protests against hunger and economic hardship, led by prominent human rights lawyers and activists, under the banner “Days of Rage” from August 1 to 10. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerians have taken to the streets nationwide in massive protests against hunger and economic hardship under the administration of President Bola Ahmed … Read more
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has issued an emergency warning, advising some staff to stay home on August 1 and 2 due to planned nationwide protests against rising living costs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States Mission in Nigeria has issued an emergency warning, advising some staff members to stay home on August 1 … Read more
Lagos State has deployed Rapid Response Squad and Task Force officers to patrol the streets in anticipation of nationwide hunger and hardship protests scheduled for August 1-10. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has deployed officers from the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and Task Force to patrol the streets in anticipation of the … Read more
Minister Mohammed Idris stated that there is no need for planned protests as the Tinubu government is addressing the concerns of aggrieved Nigerians, including food distribution. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced on Monday that there is no longer a need for the planned protests. According to … Read more
Telecommunications companies have denied allegations of planning to disrupt the #endbadgovernance protests scheduled nationwide from August 1-10, 2024. They asserted that their obligation to provide continuous service, as per their social and economic commitments, prevents them from engaging in such actions. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – Sanwo-Olu On Protests ‘Nobody Is … Read more
The Federal Government has enhanced border security to prevent foreign participation in upcoming protests against poor governance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the the Federal Government has intensified border security nationwide in anticipation of upcoming protests against poor governance. The Comptroller General of the Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, issued orders to all Zonal Heads, State Command … Read more
President Tinubu emphasized the importance of non-violent protests and sustaining democracy during a meeting with the new U.S. Ambassador. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged participating in various protests but emphasized his commitment to non-violence. The President made these remarks while receiving the Letter of Credence from the newly appointed United States … Read more
The Nigerian government reversed the ban on admission seekers under 18 years old EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ban on admission seekers under 18 years old into tertiary institutions, announced by Minister of Education Tahir Mamman, has been reversed. The reversal followed strong protests by Vice Chancellors and other stakeholders on Thursday at the 2024 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ohanaeze Ndigbo has announced that Igbos and the entire southeast region will not participate in any protest against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement released on Tuesday by its Secretary General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the group highlighted past instances where Igbos have been victimized during similar protests, … Read more
A man named Shuaibu Yusuf from Borno State on Monday scaled a transmission tower in Abuja, threatening to leap unless his demands were fulfilled. Eko Hot Blog reports that the man had a hand-written note addressed to President Bola Tinubu, which contained his demands. Yusuf demanded the reversal of the fuel subsidy removal policy, the … Read more