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#EndSARS: What If The Internet Gets Shutdown?
April 19, 2022
The #EndSARS has continued to rage and as the Nigerian government has not quite yet come to terms with the ramifications of the protests or even shown willingness to accede to the demands of young people, we would be remiss to assume they won’t resort to drastic measures as shutting down the internet in … Continue reading #EndSARS: What If The Internet Gets Shutdown?
By david-okwara
#EndSARS: IGP, Segalink And Others Set To Dialogue Virtually
April 19, 2022
In line with meeting the demands of Nigerian protesters, especially the youth population, the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development is organising a Youth Virtual Town Hall Meeting with the theme ‘’ProtectOurYouth#EndPoliceBrutality.’’ The online meeting is aimed at creating a new model towards reforms and the expectations of Nigerians, defining the country’s path … Continue reading #EndSARS: IGP, Segalink And Others Set To Dialogue Virtually
By ugo-chinedu
Federal Government Accepts 5-point Demand Of #EndSARS Protesters
April 19, 2022
The federal government has accepted the 5-point demand by protesters clamouring for an end to police brutality in the country, according to Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina. Read more about #EndSARS In a statement, Adesina said: “Following directives by President Muhammadu Buhari on the dissolution of Special Anti-Robbery … Continue reading Federal Government Accepts 5-point Demand Of #EndSARS Protesters
Video Of The Week: #EndSARS Through The Eyes Of A Creator
April 19, 2022
The #EndSARS movement is the biggest we’ve seen emanate from Nigeria in recent times. Thousands of concerned citizens across the country have stormed the streets and social media to protest against police brutality and clamour for an end to the notorious Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) of Nigeria. Read more about #EndSARS From passionate demonstrations … Continue reading Video Of The Week: #EndSARS Through The Eyes Of A Creator
Flutterwave Under Duress For #EndSARS Donations
April 19, 2022
Flutterwave has before now stood out as one of the countries top tech companies for the past few years alongside Paystack, courting a huge clientele from different sectors and even countries. Read more about #EndSARS Flutterwave has, however, found its way into civil discourse space where most tech companies prefer to avoid in the … Continue reading Flutterwave Under Duress For #EndSARS Donations
By david-okwara
4 Things To Remember Before Keeping Silent About The #EndSARS Movement
April 19, 2022
For the first time in a long time, Nigerians have come together to protest against the injustice meted out on Nigerian citizens by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). From Twitter hashtags to street demonstrations and constructive dialogues with top-ranking members of the police force, several Nigerians have shown their support for the #EndSARS movement. … Continue reading 4 Things To Remember Before Keeping Silent About The #EndSARS Movement
#EndSARS: It Is Not Yet Uhuru For Nigerian Youths
April 19, 2022
For a minute on Sunday, October 11th, Nigerian youths believed the announcement by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, that the rogue police unit called SARS (Special Anti Robbery Squad) has been disbanded. Celebratory reactions went around on social media insinuating that the demands of the youths have finally been granted. But … Continue reading #EndSARS: It Is Not Yet Uhuru For Nigerian Youths
By adedoyin
#EndSARS: The Strength In Nigeria’s Unity
April 19, 2022
‘Every person has a right to life, and no one shall be deprived intentionally of his life, save in execution of the sentence of a court in respect of a criminal offence of which he has been found guilty in Nigeria.’ Chapter IV. No 1. Nigerian Constitution, 1999. For the first time in my life … Continue reading #EndSARS: The Strength In Nigeria’s Unity
#EndSARS: A Case Of Police Operatives Gone Rogue
April 19, 2022
Again, social media was thrown into a fit on Saturday over the killing of a citizen in Ughelli, Delta State by operatives believed to be of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). Other personal reports of manhandling, extortion, and kidnap also followed the same day. It was then that Nigerians on the online space … Continue reading #EndSARS: A Case Of Police Operatives Gone Rogue
By adedoyin
Segun Awosanya: The Man Behind #EndSARS Campaign
April 19, 2022
Segun Awosanya aka ‘Sega’ is a realtor, strategist, brand consultant and life coach living in Lagos, Nigeria. With recent developments in the country that has led to the restructuring of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) unit of the Nigeria Police Force, Segun can rightfully add ‘accomplished human rights activist’ to his bio. The People’s Hero … Continue reading Segun Awosanya: The Man Behind #EndSARS Campaign
By achem
#EndSARS Campaign: Drama as Tweetizens Call For Scrapping of SARS
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian Police Force Public Complaint Rapid Response Unit on 2nd December 2017, opened complain channels for the general public to make complaints about issues concerning the Special Anti- Robbery Squad, popularly known as SARS. The information was made public through a poster tweeted by the Unit’s official handle on Saturday. Do you have any … Continue reading #EndSARS Campaign: Drama as Tweetizens Call For Scrapping of SARS
By adepeju
Remembering the Lekki Toll Gate Shooting: 3 Years On
April 19, 2022
On October 20, 2020, Nigerian security forces opened fire on unarmed protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, Nigeria. The shooting, which occurred during the #EndSARS protests against police brutality, killed at least 12 people and injured many more. Read more about Politics Three years after the Lekki Toll Gate massacre, it is … Continue reading Remembering the Lekki Toll Gate Shooting: 3 Years On
7 Most Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
On International Women’s Day, we cast the spotlight on some of Nigeria’s most inspiring female entrepreneurs. These figures have stood strong and excelled in an arena that’s still largely dominated by men. Read more about Business Some of these women have been around in commerce and industry for several decades. Others have made their … Continue reading 7 Most Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
The Choices Before Us in the 2023 Presidential Election
April 19, 2022
In less than 24 hours, the 2023 presidential election will be upon us. The long-expected date, the 25th of February, would be a reality, and for the majority of Nigerians, it is expected to be an auspicious day. However, the bottom line is the fact that the die is finally cast. All talking points should … Continue reading The Choices Before Us in the 2023 Presidential Election
2023 Elections: Edo Stands Still For Peter Obi
April 19, 2022
In what has been described as a spectacular view, a mammoth crowd of supporters known as the #Obidients grounded vehicular activities in Benin City, Edo State to get a glimpse of Mr Peter Obi whose campaign train visited the state. It is no longer news that Mr Peter Obi of the Labour Party is … Continue reading 2023 Elections: Edo Stands Still For Peter Obi