CSO Leaders Reportedly Detained by EFCC After Alleging Multi-Billion-Naira Fraud Linked to Former Police Leadership
Six leaders of civil society organisations (CSOs) have reportedly been detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after making allegations of a multi-billion-naira fraud linked to former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, according to an exclusive report by Sahara Reporters. The report alleged that the activists were invited to a meeting and subsequently […]
Tension Reportedly Erupts in Kuje Prison as Inmates Protest Planned Transfer of Terror Suspects
Tension reportedly gripped the Kuje Custodial Centre in Abuja following protests by inmates over plans to transfer hundreds of terrorism suspects to the facility, according to an exclusive report by Sahara Reporters. The report alleged that inmates expressed concerns about overcrowding and deteriorating conditions within the correctional centre, fearing that the proposed transfer of approximately […]
Sowore Alleges Police Used Chemical Agent on Protesters During June 12 Demonstration in Abuja
Human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, , has alleged that operatives of the Nigeria Police Force deployed a chemical substance against protesters during the June 12 Democracy Day demonstration in Abuja, leaving him temporarily unable to breathe. In a statement following the protest, Sowore claimed that police officers released what he described as […]
June 12 Protest: TakeItBack Movement Takes Demonstration to Ibadan as Nationwide Actions Spread Across Nigeria
Members of the TakeItBack Movement and other activists have taken to the streets of Ibadan, Oyo State, as nationwide June 12 protests continue to gain momentum across several states of the federation. The demonstrators marched through parts of the city carrying placards and chanting slogans against worsening insecurity, economic hardship, hunger, unemployment, and the rising […]
Democracy Day Protest: Femi Falana, #EndBadGovernance Activists Lead Demonstration in Lagos Over Insecurity, Economic Hardship
Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana and members of the #EndBadGovernance Movement joined scores of Nigerians at Ikeja Underbridge in Lagos on Thursday to protest worsening insecurity, economic hardship, and the declining living conditions facing millions across the country. The demonstrators, who gathered as part of the June 12 Democracy Day actions, carried placards and […]
June 12 Protesters March Through Lagos, Demand Release of Captives and End to Anti-People Policies
Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Lagos on Democracy Day, marching along Kudirat Abiola Way in Oregun towards Ojota as part of the nationwide June 12 protest against insecurity, economic hardship, and anti-poor policies. The demonstrators carried placards and chanted slogans demanding the immediate release of abducted schoolchildren, teachers, and other Nigerians currently […]
Tinubu to Address Nigerians on Democracy Day Amid Economic and Security Challenges
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to address Nigerians on June 12 as the country marks Democracy Day, a national event commemorating the struggle for democratic governance and civil rule. According to reports, the President’s nationwide broadcast is expected to focus on key national issues, including the economy, security, governance reforms, and the administration’s policy […]
June 12 Democracy Day Protest: Civil Society Groups Mobilise Nigerians Against Insecurity, Hunger and Hardship
A coalition of civil society organisations and pro-democracy activists has intensified mobilisation for the June 12 nationwide protest, accusing the Federal Government of failing to address worsening insecurity, hunger, poverty, and the declining living conditions of millions of Nigerians. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, organisers of the planned demonstration said Democracy Day should […]
Rights Group Alleges DSS Threatens June 12 Protest Coordinator in Edo Over Planned Democracy Day Demonstration
Concerns over civic space and democratic freedoms have emerged following allegations that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) threatened the coordinator of the “Take It Back” Movement in Edo State ahead of the planned June 12 nationwide protest. According to reports, the activist alleged that security operatives issued warnings against participating in or […]
Tinubu Promises Greater Development for Abuja Communities, Says No Area Will Be Left Behind
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) that his administration remains committed to extending development and democratic benefits to all communities within the nation’s capital. Speaking during a public engagement in Abuja, the President stated that the government would continue implementing projects and policies aimed at improving infrastructure, public […]