Anambra community protests 10 years of neglect by oil firm
Residents of Ogwu Ikpele in Anambra block oil company SPEECO, citing a decade of unfulfilled promises, environmental damage, and lack of basic amenities. Read their full demands.
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Protesters Block Finance Minister, Gunshot Heard in Abuja
Tensions erupted at Nigeria's Finance Ministry as unpaid contractors blocked the minister. A gunshot was fired during the protest over N1.5 trillion debt. Read the full details.
Police Explain Arrest of 52 Suspects in Edo Protest
IGP Kayode Egbetokun states 52 individuals were arrested in Ekpoma for vandalism and looting, not for peaceful demonstration against kidnapping. Get the full details.
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.
Ekpoma Residents Protest Against Incessant Kidnappings
Angry residents and students in Ekpoma, Edo State, protest rampant kidnappings. Police report rescue of nine victims using drone technology. Get the full story.
Iranian Women Protest by Burning Khamenei Images
Iranian women launch a bold protest, lighting cigarettes with burning images of Supreme Leader Khamenei. This act defies hijab laws and challenges authority as economic unrest grows. Read the full story.
FUNAAB Student Rages Over Lecturer's Loss of N500k Earring
A FUNAAB student's viral outburst after a lecturer reportedly threw away his expensive earring sparks debate. He destroyed his ID card and vowed to quit school. Read full story.
DR Congo Focuses on World Cup, Ignores Nigeria's Protest
Despite AFCON elimination, DR Congo sets sights on 2026 World Cup qualification via March playoff. Coach Desabre and captain Mbemba lead the charge, undeterred by Nigeria's eligibility dispute. Full story inside.
NANS Alerts on Nigerian Scholarship Students' Plight in Morocco
NANS raises alarm over abandoned Nigerian scholarship students in Morocco, citing hardship and a death. Government denies claims, citing fiscal constraints. Read the full story.
Ondo Sports Unions Reject New GM, Shut Down Complex
Ondo State athletes and coaches protest Evelyn Lebi's appointment as Sports Council GM, demanding a 'competent technocrat'. Government defends the choice.
NANS Calls Off National Tax Protest
Nigerian students suspend planned protest against tax law after meeting with government officials. The new law aims to protect low-income earners and boost revenue.
INEC Resumes Nationwide Voter Registration
INEC has restarted the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) nationwide. Learn key dates, see the latest figures, and find out how to register or update your details.
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.
Labour Party Protests Candidate Exclusion at INEC HQ
Labour Party members protest at INEC headquarters, demanding their candidates be uploaded for the FCT Area Council elections. They cite a court order and threaten to disrupt the February 21 polls.
Afenifere Frowns at Attack on Kwara Protesting Women
Pan-Yoruba group Afenifere condemns the assault on women protesting kidnappings in Kwara, citing a national security crisis. Read their demands for state police and action.
Women Groups Condemn Attack on Kwara Protesters
Womanifesto condemns the violent attack on women protesters at Kwara Government House. Over 300 groups demand justice and accountability for the assault on relatives of kidnap victims. Read the full story.
Anti-Tax Protest Collapses Over N300m Bribe Claims
A major protest against Nigeria's new tax laws collapses as a faction alleges a N300m bribe, calls for EFCC investigation, and accuses opposition of hijacking the movement. Read the full story.
Influencer charged N487,500 VAT on N6.5m purchase
Social media influencer Rita 'Raye' Ushie cries out after being charged a huge 7.5% VAT on a N6.5 million purchase for her tech startup. See public reactions and why NANS plans protests.
Ayodele Warns Tinubu: Tax Reforms Could Cost 2027 Election
Primate Elijah Ayodele's New Year prophecy warns President Tinubu of losing the 2027 election if controversial 2026 tax reforms proceed. Details on NANS protests and legal battles inside.
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.
14-Day Ultimatum to Kwara Gov Over Protest Assault
Womanifesto demands Governor AbdulRazaq probe attack on female protesters at Kwara Govt House and address Oke-Ode kidnappings. Read the full story.
Kwara Family's Trauma After Attack on Protesting Women
A Kwara family reveals painful details after women protesting serial kidnappings were violently attacked at the Government House. The family and PDP demand justice. Read the full story.
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.
Court Halts 2026 Tax Reforms, NANS Issues Protest Ultimatum
A legal challenge has halted Nigeria's new tax regime set for Jan 1, 2026. NANS issues a 14-day protest ultimatum amid allegations of post-passage alterations to the laws. Read the full story.
Palestine Activist in Critical Danger After 57-Day Hunger Strike
Heba Muraisi, on a 57-day hunger strike, is losing her ability to speak. She and other activists protest their detention. Read the full story on their health crisis.
Abuja Estate Accuses Developer of Regulatory Violations
Residents of Abuja's Blue Fountain Estate allege developer violated FCT housing rules, mismanaged billions, and created safety risks. They call on Minister Wike to intervene.
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.
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