Author: statereporter
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration has lambasted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his recent tweet, which warned security agencies against using lethal force against looters and arsonists masquerading as protesters. State reporters earlier informed that Atiku, in a post on his X handle on Tuesday night, kicked against the use of lethal force against protesters calling for an end to bad governance in the country. The former VP noted that the security heads would be held liable for the shooting of peaceful civilian protesters by soldiers and other security operatives. The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa, on Tuesday, held a meeting with all heads of security forces in the country, at the Defence Headquarters. Musa, while speaking after the meeting, noted that the military and security agencies are after those behind the call for undemocratic change of government. He said the military knew that some protesters calling for regime changes were sponsored, adding that the military and other security agencies are trailing them to bring them to book. Musa said, “I want to appreciate Nigerians for their understanding, for their commitment to upholding law and order. “We have…
The Kaduna State government has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Kaduna and Zaria metropolitan cities with immediate effect. The decision was taken after an emergency security council meeting presided by Governor Uba Sani, to review the security situation in the state. This was disclosed in a statement by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, on Monday, August 5. The statement said there was sufficient evidence to clearly indicate that the ongoing protest has been hijacked by criminal elements who have resorted to looting of shops and d£§truction of private and public property. The State government advised…
President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled this week’s Federal Executive Council meeting to an undisclosed date as the ongoing #EndBadGovernace protest continues nationwide. State reporters learnt that some ministers were seen at the Council Chamber at the scheduled time, but President Tinubu, his Vice President Kashim Shettima, his Chief of Staff, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, did not show up. A minister who spoke with Punch confirmed that the meeting had been shifted but declined to explain the reason for the postponement. The minister said, “It is no longer holding today. But…
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okunneye, better known as Bobrisky, has been released from prison. State reporters recalls that Bobrisky served a six-month prison sentence for abusing naira notes, as handed down by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on April 12, 2024. A video shared by Cable news captured Bobrisky alongside Nollywood actress, Eniola Ajao. Another unidentified lady, also seen beside Eniola and Bobrisky, was heard congratulating the crossdresser. Bobrisky Not Staying In One Bedroom Flat It would be recalled that the Lagos State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) issued a clarification regarding the…
The Nigerian government has issued a travel alert to its citizens planning to visit the United Kingdom, UK, following the recent riots in the western country. State reporters revealed that the latest development was contained in a statement signed by the spokesperson to the Minister of Interior, Eche Abu-Obe. He advised Nigerians travelling to the UK to “be extra vigilant and take measures,” including avoiding political processions, protests, rallies and marches. Nigerians have also been warned to avoid crowded areas and large gatherings. The statement added, “There is an increased risk of violence and disorder occasioned by the recent riots…
The Interior Ministry has declared Monday, August 5, 2024, a public holiday to commemorate Founders’ Day, which falls on Sunday, August 4, 2024. According to a statement issued by Interior Minister Henry Quartey on Wednesday, July 31, Sunday, August 4, is a statutory public holiday, but since it falls on a Sunday, President Akufo-Addo has declared the following day, Monday, August 5, as an additional public holiday. This declaration follows Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act, (Act 601). The public is hereby informed that Monday, August 5, should be observed as a public holiday throughout the…
The nationwide protest against bad governance and hunger continued today across the country. State reporters informed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had on Sunday morning addressed Nigerians, urging them to suspend their strike, while reeling out the achievements of his administration. This, however, did not stop protesters from storming the streets in Plateau, Lagos, and other states across the country.