Author: Seyi Godwin

The Nigerian military has declared that individuals flying Russian flags during protests are committing treason and will be prosecuted. Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, made this announcement after a National Security Council meeting on Monday. Musa stated, “That is totally unacceptable… that is a treasonable offence, and it will be viewed and treated as such.” The military is investigating those behind this action and will take serious action against them. Protesters in Kano and Kaduna were spotted waving Russian flags, chanting anti-government slogans. This has raised concerns about foreign influence, given Russia’s involvement in unconstitutional changes of government…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed disappointment over President Bola Tinubu’s recent broadcast, saying it failed to address critical issues fueling nationwide protests. Obi described the address as “disconnected from the harsh realities faced by the people” and urged Tinubu to surround himself with truth-tellers, not sycophants. In a statement titled ‘My Response to the President’s Address’, Obi thanked Tinubu for finally speaking out but criticized the lack of empathy towards injured protesters and the failure to decisively tackle ethnic bigotry. He emphasized the need for Nigeria to embrace democracy fully, including the right to protest. Obi…

The ongoing nationwide protests against hunger and economic hardship have led to a disruption in the supply of petroleum products, causing fuel scarcity in many states. According to the National Public Relations Officer of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Chief Chinedu Ukadike, marketers were advised to close their stations during the protest to avoid losing their assets. This, combined with the halt in tanker loading, has caused a distortion in the supply chain, leading to shortages in states where products would have been supplied. Ukadike stated, “Although the National President of IPMAN urged independent marketers to go out…

The Big Brother Naija house witnessed its first eviction on Sunday, as Tami, the duo consisting of Toyosi and Dami, bid farewell to their fellow housemates. Tami was nominated for eviction alongside Radicals, Streeze, and Chekas, but ultimately fell short of securing enough votes to stay in the game. In a twist, the Radicals were saved by the custodians, who opted to pick the “save only” box, leaving the other housemates to decide the fate of the remaining nominees. The housemates cast their votes, and BBNaija host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu announced Tami as the first evictees of the season. The duo’s…

In a dramatic turn of events, Big Brother Naija Season 9 housemate Rhuthee confronted fellow housemate Mayor Frosh about his relationship triangle with her and Nelly. Rhuthee expressed her feelings to Mayor Frosh after the Saturday night party, stating that she knows he has an interest in Nelly and is trying to use her as a “plan B” because Nelly is gravitating towards another guy, Sooj. “I know you like Nelly and you’re sad he’s cuddling with Sooj, but don’t use me as a second option or as a substitute,” Rhuthee said. “You are using me as a plan B,…

Hoodlums took advantage of the ongoing nationwide protests to loot two churches in Katsina State, making off with millions of naira worth of equipment. At the Living Faith Church in Daura Local Government Area, the thieves stole 205 chairs, musical instruments, and other valuables, leaving the church unable to hold services. Pastor David Sarki described the incident, saying, “They took everything inside the church auditorium… We have informed the police and the army, and the police told us yesterday that they have made some arrests.” The Pastor condemned the attack, saying, “It is not food that we store in the…

The Nigeria Police Force has been accused of harassing protesters at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja, as the EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest enters its third day. Activist politician, Omoyele Sowore, took to social media to allege that police and operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) were attacking activists at the stadium. “BREAKING: @PoliceNG arrive scene of Abuja #EndBadGovernaceInNigerianow to attack activists, @OfficialDSSNG on their way too with govt sponsored thugs to do the same thing,” Sowore wrote. Activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, corroborated Sowore’s claims, stating, “The police are currently harassing protesters at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja.” The…

Chaos erupted at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on Saturday as police officers opened fire on protesters and journalists during the ongoing “End Hunger” protest. Eyewitnesses reported that the protesters, mostly youths, had gathered in front of the stadium for the third day of the 10-day demonstration against bad governance in Nigeria. However, the peaceful protest took a violent turn when heavily armed police officers arrived at the venue around 11:45 am, ordering the protesters to disperse. When the protesters refused to comply, the police opened fire, targeting both protesters and journalists. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with…

The Zamfara state chapters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have traded accusations over alleged attempts by hoodlums to burn the residence of Minister of Defence, Bello Mattawalle, during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest. APC Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Yusuf Idris, claimed PDP supporters tried to attack APC leaders’ properties, including Mattawalle’s residence, but were thwarted by security personnel. Idris stated, “The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress is disturbed by the dimension the nationwide supposed peaceful protest took in the state… We observed that many PDP thugs were strategically deployed to attack, maim, and destroy…

Nigerian rapper, Vector Tha Viper, has sounded a warning to celebrities who support bad governance, urging them to repent and stand with the people. Vector’s call comes as many Nigerian celebrities have openly declared their support for politicians, with some even joining partisan politics. However, the rapper believes this stance is misguided and warned that the consequences of bad governance will eventually affect them too. In a post on his X handle, Vector wrote, “To the celebrities taking sides against the reality of their own people/fans, it may be best to repent before you become the only reachable option if…