Former Presidential Candidate , Mr. Gbenga Hashim has argued that the right to protest by any group of Nigerians or individuals concerning any situation is an essential part of citizens Freedom of Expression provided for in Nigeria’s Constitution in so far as such rights are expressed peacefully without infringing on the rights of others. In…
Reviewer: Emeka Obegolu SAN, PhD, President, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry In “Whispers of the Celestial Grove: A Tribute to Professor Wole Soyinka at 90,” the author weaves an intricate tapestry of philosophy, poetry, and cultural exploration, creating a work that is as profound as it is evocative. Drawing inspiration from the rich cultural…
In light of recent intelligence reports on the upcoming planned protests in the country, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, today 27th July, 2024, held an emergency meeting with tactical commanders of the Nigeria Police Force to emphasize the principles of professionalism and adherence to the rule of law in…
Governor Ademola Adeleke has fixed tomorrow Monday for a comprehensive dialogue with organizers of upcoming national protests alongside stakeholders from the security and civil societies. In a directive handed down on Sunday morning, the state Governor instructed his team members to reach out to representatives of various civil society groups and student bodies for a…
Commissioner for Environment and Sanitation Osun state, Honourable Mayawa Adejoorin has described Governor Ademola Adeleke as a man of many Parts. In a statement signed by him personally, he noted that Adeleke’s impeccable leadership style and unprecedented development have won him many awards. His words, “I could remember how the opposition APC mocked and dragged…
At least two suspected vandals of KEDECO armoured cables and a buyer have been arrested in Suru Local Government Area of Kebbi State by members of Vigilante Group. Confirming the arrest to Newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday, the Special Adviser to Kebbi State Governor on Power and Political Affairs, Alhaji Kabir Sani-Giant said the…
Three out of the four House of Assembly members elected under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State have decamped with their supporters to the All Progressives Congress APC. while announcing their defection during the APC flagg-off campaign for the Local Government Elections at Koko Besse Local Government Aarea of the…
… Gov Lauds Senator MOB on array of constituency projects in Ekiti It was a busy day for Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Friday as he traversed several communities in Ekiti Central Senatorial District of the state flagging of various projects facilitated by the Senate Leader and the Senator, representing the district, Senator Opeyemi…
Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Olukayode Egbetokun, issued guidelines on Friday for the planned nationwide protest on August 1. Addressing journalists in Abuja, Egbetokun emphasized the importance of maintaining public safety and order during the demonstrations. Egbetokun outlined specific requirements for protest organizers to ensure the protests remain peaceful and well-coordinated: He said that protesters must…
IG claims foreign infilteration, youths accuse DSS of freezing accountShelve your demonstration, Tantita boss, Tompolo, begs organisersAs momentum continues to gather ahead of the planned nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest, some organisers, who all the while were tagged ‘faceless’, have revealed their identities, Saturday PUNCH reports. They also insisted that they remained undaunted and would hit the…
