By Paulinus Nta A’IBOM Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has praised the state’s youths for their decision to abstain from the nationwide protest, thereby preserving the peace and stability of the region. In recognition of their commendable conduct, the Governor announced plans to launch a social welfare Programme …

By Lami Victor KADUNA  The Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) has shut down the offices of the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KAEDCO) due to an unpaid tax bill totaling N600 million. KADIRS Executive Chairman, Jerry Adams, informed journalists on Friday morning that the action was carried out under a …

By  Chucks Peter, DELTA On the second day of the nationwide #EndHardship/Hunger/BadGovernanceProtest in Ughelli, Delta State, a peaceful demonstration turned violent at the Otovwodo junction, a key protest site.  The situation escalated when market women and protesters resisted efforts by the Ughelli North council chairman, Hon. Jaro Egbo, and police …

The International Press Centre (IPC) in Lagos has condemned the attacks on journalists and media professionals during the nationwide hardship protest on August 1.  In a statement by Melody Akinjiyan, IPC’s Press Freedom Officer, the organisation expressed deep concern over the violence faced by media workers covering the demonstrations. According …