Ahmad Sajoh: Riots in the North Not A Reflection of Discontent with Tinubu But of Northern Elite’s Failure
On out-of-school children, Sajoh said: “When they broke into the national library in Kano, they took away everything except books.”
On out-of-school children, Sajoh said: “When they broke into the national library in Kano, they took away everything except books.”
Tinubu says he won’t stay idle for a few politicians to destroy Nigeria. He listed initiatives to improve citizens’ lives.
President Tinubu has revealed that the Nigerian’s debt servicing to revenue ratio has been reduced from 97% to 68%
Special assistant Jamiu Abiola says President Tinubu is commited to listening to Nigerians, countering claims that the government is unresponsive.
Nigeria’s defence chief Musa: “I’ve seen government policies aimed at addressing the socio-economic challenges, including security threats in the country.”
CDS Musa says Nigeria’s government has allowed people associate freely without restrictions. He expressed disappointment with the outcome of protests.
Uzoma Dozie, Sparkle CEO, has urged digital infrastructure investment and technology-driven solutions to boost Nigeria’s economy.
“More than 10 coaster buses conveyed their (government) thugs to MKO Abiola stadium to attack protesters,” says lawyer Kingdom Okere.
“The children that came out don’t even demand anything other than to break offices and attack police,” said Uba Sani.
Nationwide protests against economic hardship resulted in violent clashes in Northern Nigeria, killing 22, as Southern regions remained largely peaceful.
Kano Governor Yusuf has declared immediate 24-hour curfew to protect lives and property amid escalating protests, violence and vandalism.
I agree with the perspectives of the protesters that there is hunger, poverty and unemployment in Nigeria, says Osita Okechukwu
The NCC building in Kano has been looted and by protesters.
Kaduna police have dispersed protesters blocking roads to the Government House with teargas after the demonstration turned violent.
Tensions mount in Abuja as police enforce a court order for stadium protests, while protest leaders claim they are compliant.
“Most marketers don’t want to sell at ₦650 but at ₦850 due to high costs, including transport and diesel prices.”
“The part of the country that produces oil is the most backward area in the country,”
“The citizens have right to protest, but Obi and Atiku are fanning the embers of discord as usual,” Onokpasa said.
Nduka Obaigbena has pushed for laws requiring web companies to pay for the use of journalists’ content online.
Dan Ulasi says the Nigerian government should channel the energy used in resisting protests to solving Nigeria’s problems.
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