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#ENDSARS: Reported Cases of Gunshots in Iwo Road

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Many parts of Ibadan metropolis today experienced a peaceful atmosphere after days of demonstrations by #ENDSARS Protesters. Radio Nigeria correspondents, who went round the metropolis, report that commercial activities had been restored at Apata, Odo-Ona and Challenge. Human and vehicular Continue Reading

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CCTV Footage to be Presented to Judicial Panel of Inquiry -Sanwo-Olu

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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appealed to residents of Lagos State to stay at home and allow the security agents to deal with the breakdown of law and order in the state.  Speaking in a live television interview in Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu said the carnage witnessed in the state was unnecessary and would hurt the ordinary […]Continue Reading

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National Security Council Meeting in Progress

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President Muhammadu Buhari is presently presiding over the National Security Council meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja Vice president Yemi Osinbanjo Secretary to the Government of the Federation Boss Mustapha and Chief of Staff to the President, Ibrahim Gambari are present at the meeting Also in attendance are the Minister of Defence Bashir Salihi Magashi, the […]Continue Reading

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#ENDSARS: Gov. Abiodun Commiserates with Families of Victims

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the families of those who lost their loved ones and property in the #ENDSARS violence in different parts of the country.  In a statement in Abeokuta, the Governor described the deaths and arson as unfortunate and urged management of public and private hospitals to treat all in need […]Continue Reading

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#ENDSARS: Irate Youths Extorting Motorists in Ogun

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#ENDSARS protest in Ogun State has taken another dimension with the commencement of extortion of motorists by the irate youths. The extortion dimension commenced with blockage of some parts of the Abeokuta metropolis by the youths. Some of the areas where the youths are extorting the public include Adatan, Oke Ilewo, Ijehun Titun, Asero and […]Continue Reading

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APC Secretariat in Akure Allegedly Attacked

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Report says the Secretariat of The All Progressives Congress, APC in Akure the Ondo State capital has been attacked by hoodlums. The party’s publicity secretary , Alex Kalejaiye confirmed this to Radio Nigeria. He said The hoodlums attacked the APC office under the pretence of #ENDSARS protest and set ablaze the APC Secretariat on fire. […]Continue Reading

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Sanwo-Olu Visits Victims of Lekki Shooting

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Lagos state governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has disclosed that no fewer than 28 people were injured on Tuesday during a shooting in Lekki, Lagos. #EndSARS protesters say they were targeted. The governor made this known in a series of tweets on Wednesday after he visited victims who sustained various degrees of gunshot wounds. Governor Sanwo-Olu […]Continue Reading

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Youths on Streets in Ondo Despite Curfew

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Youths in Akure the Ondo State capital have defied the curfew order of the state government as they came out in large number to continue their protest. The youths at Otegbeye, Idanre road Oke-Aro in Akure came out as early as seven in the morning and blocked roads in the area. Disc Jockey commonly called […]Continue Reading

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#ENDSARS: Fear Grips Ibadan Residents as Police Clash with Protesters

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Fear grips Ibadan residents as police clash with #ENDSARS protesters. Four fear dead Station, over 20 vehicles burnt . Palpable fear has enveloped Ojoo and its environs in Ibadan metropolis after the alleged clash between police and #ENDSARS protesters that led to fear death of four persons as well as burning of the police station […]Continue Reading

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#EndSARS: Gov. Akeredolu Inaugurates Judicial Panel of Inquiry

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Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN, has inaugurated a Judicial Panel of Inquiry to look into the allegation of illegal activities of the officers of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS) in the state. Members of the Panel include; Rtd Judge, Ex-Police Commissioner, Activists, #EndSars Advocate and others. Hon. Justice Salisu Adesola Sidiq Continue Reading

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#EndSARS: Ekiti Govt. Imposes 24Hours Curfew

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Ekiti State Governor, Dr. kayode Fayemi has imposed a twenty four hours curfew across the state commencing from ten o clock this evening. In a statement the Secretary to the state Government, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji said the curfew was to prevent anarchy by some elements who have hijacked the peaceful protest against Endsars in the […]Continue Reading

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Attacks On Police Facilities, Others – IGP Orders Deployment Of Anti-Riot Police Officers

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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni has ordered immediate nationwide deployment of anti-riot police unit – the Police Mobile Force (PMF) – to protect lives and property of all Nigerians and secure critical national infrastructure across the country. The IGP has also ordered massive deployment of Police operatives to strengthen security Continue Reading

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Hunters join #EndSARS Protest

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The Hunters Group of Nigeria today joined the #EndSARS protesters at the popular Ola-Iya junction, Osogbo capital of Osun State in solidarity against police brutality and attack by hoodlums.  The youths had converged at the junction and barricaded all the roads joining the highway.  The Hunters led by their head, Alhaji Hammed Nureen, marched from […]Continue Reading

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#EndSars: Gov. Sanwo-Olu declares Curfew in Lagos

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Dear Lagosians,  I have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.  As a […]Continue Reading

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#EndSARS Protest: Yahaya Bello Counsels Youths

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PRESS RELEASE BY HIS EXCELLENCY, GOVERNOR YAHAYA BELLO OF KOGI STATE ON THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN GOVERNMENT AND PROTESTERS TOWARDS A RESOLUTION OF EXTANT ISSUES Dear Nigerian Youth, The last 10 days of nationwide protests against human rights abuses suffered by Nigerian citizens at the hands of law enforcement, especially the police, have been a learning […]Continue Reading

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#EndSARS: Sanwo-Olu Inaugurates judicial committee

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today inaugurated a seven-man judicial panel of inquiry into the demands of the ongoing EndSARS protesters. The demands of the protesters include prosecution of erring officers involved in police brutality, justice and compensation for victims of police irresponsibility and total reform of the police force. The governor assured Continue Reading

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#EndSARS:Edo Govt Imposes 24hrs Curfew

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Edo State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew across the state beginning from 4 p.m. today until further notice. In a statement issued by Secretary to State Government, Mr. Osarodion Ogie and made available to Radio Nigeria, the curfew became necessary due to disturbing incidents of vandalism and attacks on private individuals and institutions by […]Continue Reading

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#EndSARS Protests Paralyse Activities in Ibadan Metropolis

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EndSARS protesters have grounded activities along Ibadan-Abeokuta road. The protesting youths in their thousands had barricaded strategic locations from Odo-Ona, Oluyole, Apata and NNPC axis while all vehicular movements have also been grounded. People in need of medical attention were however allowed to pass through the blockade. The youths carried placards with various Continue Reading

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62 Captains Participate in NA’s Promotion to Major Examination

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81 Division of the Nigerian Army has concluded the 2020 Captain to Major practical examination for sixty-two officers with advice to the officers to be alive to the responsibility of their new rank. The Examination President, Major General Lucky Irabor who gave the advice at the closing ceremony for the examination held at the 35 Artillery Brigade, […]Continue Reading

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ENDSARS: Gov. Fayemi to Set up Panel of Inquiry

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Ekiti State Government is to set up panel of inquiry that will address the grievances of individuals or groups who have issues against members of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS in the state Governor kayode Fayemi who stated this while addressing ENDSARS protesters who took to the streets of Ado Ekiti, described their agitations […]Continue Reading

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#ENDSARS: Commuters in Ogun Urge Govt. to Promptly Address Demands

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A cross-section of road users affected by the activities of #ENDSARS protesters in Abeokuta wants the Federal Government to urgently address the grievances of the group.  The commuters made the call while speaking with Radio Nigeria as ENDSARS protesters in their hundreds again paralyzed social and economic activities in the Ogun State capital when they […]Continue Reading

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Oyo NOA Calls for Calm in Ongoing #ENDSARS Protests

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The Oyo State Director of the National Orientation Agency, Mrs Dolapo Dosumu has appealed to aggrieved youths in the country to calm their nerves in the course of their ongoing demonstrations tagged #ENDSARS against police brutality.  In a statement by the NOA in Ibadan, she urged youths to avoid unruly behaviour that would further endanger […]Continue Reading

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#ENDSARS Now Resumes Protest in Osogbo

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The ENDDSARS NOW protest this resumed in Osogbo at the popular Olaiya Roundabout. The protesters commenced their mobilization from the Government Technical School area, where they moved to the Olaiya Roundabout  They were joined by others who moved from Ayetoro area of the state capital. Some leaders of the group including Mr Ebenezer Adaralegbe insisted […]Continue Reading

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Police need to regain the trust of Nigerian youths – NYCN Chairperson

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The leadership of the Nigerian Police Force need to regain the trust and confidence of its personnel in the minds of the people to avoid the continued peaceful protest by Nigerian youths.  This formed parts of the submissions of the Oyo State Chairperson, National Youth Council of Nigeria, Mrs Adebobola Agbeja while addressing newsmen in […]Continue Reading

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We did not sponsor thugs to disperse #ENDSARS Protesters – Osun Govt.

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Osun State Government says it did not sponsor thugs to disperse the #ENDSARS Now protesters in Osogbo on Thursday morning. In a statement in Osogbo, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Ismael Omipidan explained that the government had been engaging with the protesters since the agitation began on Monday. The statement is a […]Continue Reading