Nigerian protests

2024 - 7 - 27

When Protests Become a Nigerian Soap Opera: Gather the Popcorn!

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Nigerians are set to hit the streets in protest, but wait, there’s a plot twist! Not everyone is on board this drama train.

As Nigeria gears up for a series of nationwide protests against the rising economic hardship, the plot thickens with several groups withdrawing from the movement. Scheduled to begin in August 2024, the protests are far from the typical democratic expression. The Christian Association of Nigeria has openly criticized the planned protests, dubbing it an embarrassing commentary on how dire the situation has become. Meanwhile, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, is assembling law enforcement commanders to strategize for the impending demonstrations, showcasing Nigeria’s ongoing tussle between authority and citizen dissatisfaction.

In a whirlwind of opinions, political figure Rabiu Kwankwaso warns citizens against succumbing to the allure of protests, encouraging them to express their grievances through the ballot instead. In a comedy of errors, while the government urges patience, Nigerians seem compelled to voice their frustrations, creating an inevitable clash of intentions. The National Association of Nigerian Students has cleverly removed themselves from the chaos, pledging to steer clear of the national protest stage—a wise move many are likely to applaud!

As tensions rise, the Nigeria Police have issued a caution about foreign mercenaries potentially stirring the pot during protests. With party lines being drawn, the narrative takes on a life of its own. Former presidential candidate Kwankwaso echoed warnings that protests could lead to chaos—not exactly what anyone signed up for. Instead of uniting the people, the impending protests have turned into a sitcom, with well-meaning characters trying to manage the unpredictable drama of Nigerian politics.

Yet, amid the ongoing battle of wits and words, many Nigerians believe protests are the last resort. While politicians engage in verbal sparring, citizens are caught in the middle, navigating the messiness of rights, accountability, and the sheer joy of shouting in unison for change. It’s a heroic chapter in Nigeria’s journey to democracy—one where the people hope to remind their leaders of the power they wield.

Interestingly, the fabric of Nigerian protests has been woven with a strong history of protests communicating discontent. Protests from the past, like the 2012 Occupy Nigeria movement against fuel subsidy removal, paved the way for today’s demonstrations. As this latest wave unfolds, one can’t help but wonder how it will impact the political landscape moving forward. If this were a movie, we’d certainly be at the edge of our seats!

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Multiple Groups Withdraw from Planned Nationwide Protests As ... (Arise News)

Several groups have announced their withdrawal from the planned nationwide protests against economic hardship, scheduled to begin in August 2024.

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Accusing opposition of planned protest, insult to Nigerians ... (The Punch)

The Christian Association of Nigeria has said the planned nationwide protests was an indication that things have gone really bad...

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Hardship: Some Nigerians plan mass protests but the govt moves to ... (Premium Times)

PREMIUM TIMES has exclusively learned that Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun will convene with all mobile police commandants on Saturday, ...

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Protest: Nigeria Police warn of foreign mercenaries, malicious ... (Businessday.ng)

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a cautionary alert regarding the upcoming nationwide protests, citing credible intelligence about potential manipulation ...

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Kwankwaso to Nigerians: Protests have dire consequences — seek ... (TheCable)

Rabiu Kwankwaso, presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 election, has called on Nigerians to consider the ballot as a ...

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'Give government more time' — CAN asks Nigerians to shelve protest (TheCable)

In a statement on Friday, Daniel Okoh, CAN president, said the protest, if not properly managed, may degenerate into chaos. “The national leadership of the ...

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Kwankwaso calls for patience, urges Nigerians to shelve planned ... (Internatinal Centre For Investigative Reporting)

THE former candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 presidential election, Rabi'u Musa Kwankwaso, has cautioned Nigerians against ...

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Police list conditions for 1st August planned protest (Vanguard)

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Olukayode Egbetokun has issued guidelines for the Aug. 1 planned nationwide protest by some Nigerians.

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Seek change through ballot not protests, Kwankwaso tells Nigerians (Peoples Gazette)

Mr Kwnakwaso called on Nigerian leaders at all levels to address the challenges facing Nigerians.

Students Association Vows Not Take Part In Planned Protests (Voice of Nigeria)

Jack Acheme, Abuja. The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has pledged not get involved in protests to be carried out across the country ...

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Protests in Nigeria: Minimum wage, fuel scarcity, cost of living- Why ... (BBC News)

President Boola Tinubu don hala young pipo to no follow for di protest say na work of "sinister" pipo wey wan match leg on di kontri economic wahala.

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Hardship protests: Before Nigerian youths hit the street, By Kabir ... (Premium Times)

The proposed protest is a legitimate exercise of right, yet it should be facilitated in a manner that maintains public order and safety.

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Hardship: Young Nigerians plan mass protests but the govt moves to ... (Premium Times)

PREMIUM TIMES has exclusively learned that Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun will convene with all mobile police commandants on Saturday, ...

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Hardship Protests: Before Nigerian Youths Hit the Streets ... (PR Nigeria News)

It is obvious that Nigeria stands on the brink of another significant protest as citizens prepare to voice their concerns over various.

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Deji Adeyanju: Groups Distancing Themselves From Protest Are ... (Arise News)

“Tinubu funded protests against Jonathan, but now rejects protests, Karma is a universal donor,” says Deji Adeyanju. YouTube player.

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Ahead August 1: What Protesters Want – Independent Newspaper ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

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Hardship protest: APC kicks as opposition tackles DSS, police over ... (The Punch)

They insisted that the right to protest is recognised as a fundamental human right in Nigeria and is protected by the constitution.

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Why Nigerian youths shouldn't embark on protest - Police minister (Vanguard)

Minister of State Police Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has appealed to Nigerian youths to ignore the proposed nationwide protests, arguing that ...

Planned Protests: We Stand In Solidarity With Nigerians – CAN ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

Being a statement issued by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, President, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on the planned protest against bad governance:.

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Tension In Nigeria Ahead August Protests – Independent ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

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Those supporting protest believe it is the only language Nigerian ... (NIGERIAN TRIBUNE)

A former general secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Mr Anthony Sani, speaks with KUNLE ODEREMI on the planned protest...

Nigerians divided over #EndBadGovernance protest – The Sun ... (Daily Sun)

Vice President Kashim Shettima has again implored Nigerians to shun the planned nationwide protests scheduled to hold between August 1-14, 2024 saying “it is ...

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Tension Mounts As Nigeria Gears Up For Another Wave Of National ... (Leadership Newspaper)

Again a national protest to demand good governance and a better standard of living led by civil society groups, trade unions and human rights activists is ...

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“Rage Protest”: United States outlines 5 actions for Americans in ... (Nairametrics)

The United States government has outlined actions for Americans living in Nigeria ahead of the planned nationwide protests commencing on August 1.

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Mass Protests Will Multiply Pains Of Nigerians, Hurt Economy More ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

A former Senate Leader and the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 general election, Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin (OFR), ...

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Hardship Protests: Police deploy 4200 officers in Abuja (Premium Times)

The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Benneth Igweh, has ordered the deployment of “4,200 personnel and assets” for the ...

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EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian military memo orders special squadrons to ... (Peoples Gazette)

Ahead of a widely publicised protest set to begin August 1, the Nigerian Air Force distributed a signal ordering airmen to be on “woodland camouflage,” a ...

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Shelve planned protest, Sylva begs Nigerian Youths (Vanguard)

The immediate past Minister of state for Petroleum, Timipre Sylva, has called on youths across the country especially those from Bayelsa State and the Niger ...

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Shettima Pleads With Nigerians To Shun Planned Nationwide ... (Arise News)

Shettima says protest has never been a solution to nations' challenges, but an avenue to destroy lives and property. Vice President Kashim Shettima has ...

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Indian TV Station Reports Nigerian Authorities Are Rattled By ... (SaharaReporters.com)

An Indian television, Firstpost has reported the upcoming #EndBadGovernance protest scheduled to hold from August 1 to 10. The television network stated ...

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#EndBadGovernance Protest: Requesting location, organisers ... (Premium Times)

Requests for the names of the organisers and details such as time, routes, and location of protests are in line with the 1999 constitution,” the police ...

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Hunger protest: Nigeria may lose N400bn daily, says CPPE (The Punch)

A planned nationwide protest, scheduled to commence on August 1, 2024, has sparked concerns among economic experts, who warn of devastating consequences if ...

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