Nigerian former and first Minister of Communication Technology in the cabinet of President Goodluck Jonathan has Mrs. Omobola Johnson joined the protest to endsars now. According to her Nigeria’s law of loitering that was established during the colonial times is still effective in the country and needs to be abolished. According to her, the son…
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“Increase Police Salary” – Erica Tells FG As She Shares A Photo Of Their Salary Structure
Former BBNaija housemate, Erica Nlewedim has pleaded with the government of Nigeria to raise the salaries of the police officers. The now called “Star girl” joined the outcry against police brutality by sharing a photo of the salary structure of police officers of Nigeria. Sharing the photo, she wrote; Dear Government of Nigeria, please increase…
Disbanded SARS Officers Are Barred From Joining SWAT – Police Say
The Nigerian Police Force have announced that officials from the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery squad are barred from joining the newly set-up tactical unit, SWAT. One of the criteria for the selection of SWAT officers stipulates that they must not have worked for SARS, according to a memo that was shared by the Police. Other key…
“It’s Time To Bring This Injustice To An End” – BBNaija Winner, Laycon Says As He Joins Protest Against Police Brutality
Big Brother Naija ‘Lockdown’ winner, Olamilekan ”Laycon” Agbeleshe has joined the ongoing protest against harassment, extortion, human rights abuse perpetuated by SARS which is rocking several states in Nigeria. He took to his social media page to pen a thoughtful note on the issue of police brutality, impunity and injustice and how they all need…
No More Checking Of Nigerians’ Phones – IG Of Police (Watch)
Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has ordered police officers to stop checking citizens’ phones. For years, operatives had insisted on searching phones of Nigerians youths at checkpoints or any location. During such encounters at roadblocks or patrols, policemen, in most cases, forcefully snatch phones belonging to innocent citizens. They search through e-mails, text messages, as…
RANKED: Everton, Liverpool, Man United And Tottenham all Boast Brilliant Attacks… But Who Has The Very Best Forward Line In The Premier League?
Gareth Bale looks set to make his hotly-anticipated return for Tottenham this weekend as they take on West Ham on Sunday. The Wales forward rejoined Spurs on a season-long loan from Real Madrid last month but a knee injury has delayed return to action. The 31-year-old has been training at Tottenham’s base in Enfield and the Daily Telegraph say…
BREAKING: End SARS: Many Injured, Cars Vandalized As Armed Thugs Attack Protesters In Abuja [VIDEO]
Armed thugs on Wednesday attacked End SARS protesters at Berger area of Abuja. The thugs who invaded the protest venue at Berger junction were armed with cutlasses. They chased the protesters, and destroyed vehicles parked in the area. It was gathered that some protesters sustained injuries and have been rushed to the hospital. Meanwhile, the…
Nigerians React To IGP’s Creation Of SWAT As Replacement For SARS
The Inspector-general of Police, Mohammad Adamu has established a new Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) squad as a replacement for the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) unit of the Nigeria Police Force. “The IGP has also set up a new Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) Tram will fill the gaps arising from dissolution of the defunct…
We Hear Promises But We Need To See Actions Taken – Tacha
Big Brother Naija ex-housemate, Natacha Akide simply known as Tacha says the government must go beyond the rhetorical promises and take steps in tackling issues raised by protesters in the country demanding an end to the now-defunct SARS and police brutality in general. Speaking to Channels TV on Wednesday during its Sunrise Daily programme, the…
Neymar Overtakes Ronaldo To Sit Second In Brazil’s All-Time Top Scorer Stake
Neymar moved past Ronaldo into second place in Brazil’s all-time goalscoring rankings with a hat-trick in a 4-2 World Cup qualifying win in Peru. Peru’s Andre Carrillo scored his third goal in two games to put the home side ahead after six minutes with a crisp volley from outside the box but Neymar equalised from…
