6 d. ago Imo community celebrate 25 years of development, public service

By Ngozi Nwoke The Lagos chapter of the Okporo Community Development Assembly (OCDA) in Imo State has concluded activities marking its 25th anniversary celebration, outlining its accomplishments over the years. President of the association, Chinaka Okani, while reflecting on the association’s achievements over the years, said, “Today, we celebrate our journey, our achievements, and look […] The post Imo community celebrate 25 years of development, public service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Masquerades, Angry Residents Protest ‘Crazy’ Electricity Bill In Kwara

Some angry Omu Aran youths led by two masquerades, protested what they described as ‘outrageous billing’ and sudden movement of community’s electricity billing regime from Band C to Band A. It was gathered that the protesters on Friday, were seen at Bareke roundabout, Irepodun Local Government, Kwara State, carrying placards with various inscriptions. Some of […] The post Masquerades, Angry Residents Protest ‘Crazy’ Electricity Bill In Kwara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Youths, Masquerades protest high electricity bills in Kwara’s Omu

Two masquerades led dozens of protesting youths in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. read more Youths, Masquerades protest high electricity bills in Kwara’s Omu-Aran

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8 d. ago Masquerades lead protest against high electricity bill in Kwara

Two masquerades led youths in Omu-Aran in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State to protest over alleged outrageous billing and sudden movement of the community’s electricity billing regime from Band C to Band A. The protesters, on Friday, were seen gathered at Bareke Roundabout in the metropolis, carrying placards with various inscriptions amidst dancing Read More

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8 d. ago Masquerades Lead Protest Against ‘Crazy’ Electricity Bill In Kwara

The youths in Omu-Aran in Irepodun local government area of Kwara State, led by two masquerades, on Friday protested what they termed outrageous billing and sudden movement of the community’s electricity billing regime from Band C to Band A. The protesters were seen gathered at Bareke Roundabout in the metropolis carrying placards with various inscriptions […]

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1 week ago Lightning kills 3 in Imo community , 4 in critical condition

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Three indigenes  of Obidi Agwa,Oguta Local Government, Imo State, have been killed by lightning on Tuesday. A source from the area, Chukwu said,four others were left in critical condition after the incident following a brief rainfall that evening . Palpable fear has gripped the entire community over the incident as most […] The post Lightning kills 3 in Imo community , 4 in critical condition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Stop killing our farmers, Ogun women protest, seek Abiodun, Tinubu’s intervention

Women in Ogun State on Wednesday held a peaceful protest to call the attention of the government to the growing insecurity which they said is at the heart of the acute food shortage in the country. The women specifically called on the government to take more decisive action against some criminal herders destroying what some Read More

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1 week ago Thunderstorm kills 3 in Imo community, 4 in critical condition

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Three indigenes from Obidi, Agwa in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State have been killed by thunderstorm on Tuesday.  A source from the area who simply identified himself as Chukwu said four others were left in critical condition after the incident following a brief rainfall that evening . Palpable fear […] The post Thunderstorm kills 3 in Imo community, 4 in critical condition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Lagos community protest insecurity, seeks governor’s intervention

By Lukman Olabiyi Residents of Igbe-Alagemo in Igbogbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Ikorodu, have called on Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to act swiftly. They want help to stop a wave of kidnappings and killings plaguing their community. The residents protested at the LCDA Secretariat and the palace of the Igbogbo monarch. They voiced […] The post Lagos community protest insecurity, seeks governor’s intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Youth Minister Backs Peaceful Protests, Calls For Responsibility In Demonstrations

Based on the ongoing nationwide protests, the Federal Government has expressed its support for the right of citizens, especially young people, to peacefully demonstrate and voice their grievances. Acknowledging the importance of free expression in a democratic society, the government affirmed that protests are a crucial avenue for addressing concerns. However, the government issued a […] The post Youth Minister Backs Peaceful Protests, Calls For Responsibility In Demonstrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Planned Protest: “No To Chaos, Channel Your Energy Towards Building Nigeria” – Northern Group Tells Organisers

Northern Youth Council of Nigeria has called on Nigerians to join hands in building the country, saying that the region won’t be part of any planned nationwide protest against government. The group warned that such demonstrations could trigger more unrest and destabilise the nation’s economy. Speaking in a statement on Sunday, the group’s President, Isah […] The post Planned Protest: “No To Chaos, Channel Your Energy Towards Building Nigeria” – Northern Group Tells Organisers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Alleged harassment: Keke operators in Abia protest, appeal for Otti’s intervention 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   Some tricycle operators in Aba, Abia State have staged a peaceful demonstration against alleged harassment by security operatives and the denial of her members to register under its association approved by government, by a rival group. They have therefore called on Governor Alex Otti to intervene.   The protesters under […] The post Alleged harassment: Keke operators in Abia protest, appeal for Otti’s intervention  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House A coalition of Nigerian activists in the United States, under the Democratic Movement (DM), has announced a demonstration at the White House to protest what it describes as a threat to democratic governance in Rivers State. The coalition is calling for the reversal of any move to impose emergency rule in the state, the reinstatement […] Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ogun AG denies shielding murder suspect as community protests

The people of the Osuke community in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Wednesday, protested at the Governor’s Office at Oke Mosan, Abeokuta. The protesters alleged undue interference of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Oluwasina Ogungbade (SAN) in the trial of an alleged land grabber and murder suspect, Elijah Adeogun. Read More

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2 w. ago Tension as angry residents protest rising killings in Benue community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja, Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Residents  of Asa community in Otukpo Local Government, Benue State, yesterday took to the streets to protest the rising cases of killings and kidnappings in the area allegedly perpetrated by armed herdsmen. From the videos trending on social media, the protesters blocked major roads in Otukpo town, causing […] The post Tension as angry residents protest rising killings in Benue community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sallah: Izunaso fetes Muslim community in Imo, preaches peace

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Muslim community in Imo State had a splendid time on Tuesday as the lawmaker representing Imo West at the National Assembly, Osita Izunaso, hosted them to a sumptuous meal to celebrate the Sallah festival at his residence in Owerri. Izunaso, represented at the occasion by his Senior Legislative Assistant, Jude […] The post Sallah: Izunaso fetes Muslim community in Imo, preaches peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Ondo protest: NANS meets Aiyedatiwa, clarifies misconceptions

Tribune Online Ondo protest: NANS meets Aiyedatiwa, clarifies misconceptions In a swift response to the protest staged by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) yesterday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, NANS has finally met with the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Ondo protest: NANS meets Aiyedatiwa, clarifies misconceptions Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Imo community protests as government reclaims old market land

There was tension in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Wednesday as residents of Umuoyima Autonomous Community staged a peaceful protest against the state government’s takeover of the old Timber and Allied Market, popularly known as Ogbosisi, along Wetheral Road. The protesters, including elders, youths, and women, carried placards with inscriptions such as “Government, leave Read More

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3 w. ago Infrastructure Decay: Imo Community Calls For State Of Emergency

The inhabitants of Ohaji Egbema community have lamented the level of deprivation and infrastructure decay prevalent within the vicinity as a result neglect by the state government and companies despite their numerous contributions to economic sustainability in Imo State. They called on the Governor of the State, Hope Uzodinma, as a matter of urgency, to […]

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