Daily Archives: August 1, 2024

Hardship Protest: Kano Gov Imposes 24-Hour Curfew Over Violent 

By Olumide Olusegun | Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced a 24-hour curfew in response to escalating violence during protests against economic hardship.  The decision was communicated in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, on Thursday. This is as hoodlums looted the newly built Nigeria Communication Commission …

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Kwara Records Peaceful Start to Protest with Tight Security Measure

By Taiwo Niyi KWARA  On Thursday, August 1st, Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, witnessed a relatively calm atmosphere despite the anticipated ten-day protest against hunger and economic hardships.  By midday, our correspondent observed that many businesses remained closed, and there were few commercial vehicles, including motorcycles and tricycles (Keke), …

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