Makoko Demolitions Displace Thousands in Lagos
Lagos state demolitions in Makoko floating slum have left over 30,000 homeless. Critics accuse the government of land grabbing for real estate. Read the full report on the human cost.
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Fake Naval Officer Arrested in Lagos for Impersonation
Lagos Task Force nabs three impostors posing as Navy officers to defraud the public and obstruct government demolition in Oworonshoki. Suspect's wife warned him, 'one day is for the owner.'
Makoko Protest at Lagos Assembly Over Demolitions
Residents of Makoko protested at the Lagos Assembly against building demolitions. The government insists it's about safety under power lines. Read the full story.
Kogi Gov Ododo Orders Demolition of Criminal Hideouts
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has demolished the 'Sambel Joint' in Okene, a notorious criminal hideout. This decisive action follows a state-wide crackdown on illegally acquired properties used for crime. Read more.
Groups Condemn Lagos Over Makoko Demolitions, Arrests
Advocacy groups condemn Lagos State's demolition in Makoko, alleging it violates a court order and caused deaths. They demand an immediate halt and release of a detained community leader.
Senator Slams Detention of 52 AAU Students for Protesting
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan demands the release of 52 Ambrose Alli University students arrested during a protest against kidnappings in Edo State. She warns against criminalizing youth voices.
Ogun Communities Protest 3-Day Eviction Notice
Leaders of 15 communities in Abeokuta kick against a 3-day demolition notice from the Ogun State government, claiming ancestral ownership of 300 years. Government insists they are trespassers.
Makoko Residents Lament Losses After Demolition
Residents of Makoko community in Lagos are counting losses after a government demolition exercise displaced thousands, destroyed homes, and allegedly led to casualties. Read their plea.
CSOs Condemn Forced Eviction of Makoko Residents
Civil society groups condemn the Lagos State Government's forced eviction in Makoko, displacing thousands without resettlement. They demand immediate action to stop the demolitions.
AAU: Protesters Are Not Our Registered Students
Ambrose Alli University disowns individuals behind protest against incessant kidnappings in Ekpoma. Management says demonstrators are not registered students. Read the full statement.
Pastor's 'Wall of Jericho' Prayer: Church Fence Pulled Down
A Nigerian pastor instructed his congregation to physically pull down their church fence during a symbolic 'Wall of Jericho' prayer session. Watch the viral video and see the dramatic act of faith.
Makoko's Malaria Crisis: Herbal Remedies Replace Healthcare
In Makoko, Lagos, limited healthcare forces residents to self-diagnose and treat malaria with unproven herbal remedies, risking drug resistance and severe health complications. Read the full investigation.
NANS to Protest New Tax Laws on January 14
Nigerian students plan nationwide protests on January 14, 2026, against new tax laws. The action follows court rulings and unresolved discrepancies in the gazetted legislation.
Firm Disputes FHA Claims Over Gwarinpa Land
Tulwu Integrated Ltd counters Federal Housing Authority's encroachment allegations, presents documents, and claims illegal demolition and assault occurred. The court case continues in January 2026.
NANS to Protest Tax Law, Demands FIRS Chair's Removal
Nigerian students demand FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji's removal over tax reforms, plan a national protest on January 14, 2026. Read the full story.
Kwara Teachers Protest Exclusion From 30% Salary Hike
Kwara state teachers protest being left out of a 30% salary allowance. They accuse the NUT leadership of inaction and reveal many are surviving on loans. Read the full story.
CSOs Protest, Demand Sack of Gombe Gov's Aide for Assault
Civil society groups demand the dismissal of Gov. Inuwa Yahaya's aide, Adamu Danko, after a viral video showed him assaulting a councillor. Amnesty International calls for justice.
LAUTECH Iseyin: Lecturers Desert, Students Protest No Classes
LAUTECH's Iseyin campus faces academic paralysis as lecturers abandon classes over poor infrastructure, leaving students stranded for months. Read details of the crisis and calls for government action.
NFF's FIFA Protest Letter Leaks Over DR Congo Players
The full NFF letter to FIFA protesting DR Congo's alleged use of ineligible players has leaked. Nigeria seeks match award, disqualification, and sanctions. Read details.
Kebbi Youths Protest EFCC Detention of Ex-Minister Malami
Youths in Kebbi State protest the EFCC's detention of former AGF Abubakar Malami, who faces 18 charges including money laundering and terrorism financing. He claims the probe is politically motivated. Read the latest.
Lula to EU: Show courage, sign Mercosur trade deal
Brazil's President Lula da Silva calls on the European Union to finalize the long-delayed Mercosur trade pact, aiming to create the world's largest free trade zone. Read the latest updates.
Tanzania's Peaceful Choice on Independence Day 2025
Analysis of why Tanzania's December 9, 2025, passed peacefully despite calls for mega protests. Citizens chose stability, rejecting external narratives of chaos. Read the full story.
NFF Protests DR Congo's Ineligible Players to FIFA
Nigeria Football Federation lodges formal protest with FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in crucial World Cup qualifier. Details of the discovery and potential sanctions revealed. Read the full story.
CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit
A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.
Argentine Unions Protest Milei's Labour Law Overhaul
Thousands protest President Javier Milei's labour reforms in Argentina, which unions say erode workers' rights. The bill aims to boost formal hiring but faces fierce opposition.
Farmers Block Brussels in Protest Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
Lagos Demolishes Mile 12, Leaves Thousands Homeless
Lagos State government demolishes homes, a hospital, and a school in Mile 12, rendering thousands homeless. Residents decry lack of notice and relocation plans. #LagosDemolition #Mile12
Tinubu's Insecurity Pledge to NLC Amid Protests
President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.
NLC in 3 States Protest Against Rising Insecurity
Workers in Enugu, Rivers, and Ebonyi joined a nationwide NLC protest against insecurity, accusing the Federal Government of not protecting lives and property. Read their demands.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
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