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…
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#EndSARS: Kanye West Condemns Police Brutality In Nigeria
Kanye West has spoken about the ongoing #EndSars Protests in Nigeria. The rapper and entrepreneur took to his verified Twitter account to write; “I stand with my Nigerian brothers and sisters to end police brutality.” The “Jesus Walk” rapper also added: “the government must answer to the peoples cries #EndPoliceBrutalityinNigeria” West is one of the…
Buhari Finally Speaks On #EndSARS Protest, Makes A Promise (Full Statement/Video)
President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the public outcry over the activities of Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS and the entire Nigeria Police Force (NPF). He promised to extensively reform the Force. The President while delivering a speech at the launch of the presidential youth empowerment scheme at the State House in Abuja, declared…
#EndSARS: Anthony Joshua Commends Protesters
Nigerian-British professional boxer, Anthony Joshua has commended #EndSARS protesters, for their relentless effort in ensuring that police brutality is brought to an end. The two-time unified heavyweight champion, took to his official Twitter account to commend the protesters for being patriotic, adding that he’s praying for his father land. He tweeted, “Well done to all the Nigerians who have…
“You Won’t Know How Happy I Am” CSP Dolapo Badmus Reacts As IGP Dissolves SARS
A former Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Dolapo Badmus could not hold her joy as the long-awaited news that the SARS has been dissolved was finally revealed to the public. She took to her Instagram page to an excited photo of herself and captioned it as: “MY PEOPLE!!!. You won’t know how happy I…
The Older Generation Spoilt This Nation But They Keep Blaming Youths, They’re A Huge Disgrace – Man Blows Hot
A Nigerian man has taken to micro-blogging platform, Twitter to berate the elder population in the country, stating that they’re responsible for the rot in the country today. According to him, the older generation spoilt the nation but they keep blaming the problems in Nigeria on the youths, whereas the young generation are the ones…
#EndSARS: Ozil, Rashford, Rudiger, Kanoute Join Nigeria Protest Against Police Brutality (See All)
Football stars across the globe are gradually throwing their weight behind those in the West African country who want an end to police brutality. Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil, Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford, Ghana goalkeeper Fatau Dauda, Chelsea duo Tammy Abraham and Antonio Rudiger, as well as former African Footballer of the Year Frederic Kanoute, have lent their voices to the protest…
BREAKING: IGP Adamu Bows To Pressure, Officially Dissolves SARS
The Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, has been disbanded. Mohammed Adamu, the Inspector-General of Police, made the announcement on Sunday afternoon. This follows days of nationwide protest against the police operation. Nigerians, mostly the youths, had taken to the streets of major cities to protest SARS’ brutality while the hashtag “ENDSARS” has trended for days on…
Super Eagles Of Nigeria Fall To A Narrow Defeat To Algeria In Friendly Match
Nigeria lost 1-0 to Algeria in an international friendly played on Friday in Austria. It was the first game the Super Eagles were playing this year, with te entire football calender disrupted by the Coronavirus pandemic. Gernot Rohr despite withdrawals and injuries named a fairly strong side to face the Desert Foxes. However, it was…
“Our Message Is Clear, If We Do Not See #SARS Completely Abolished, We Are Back On The Streets On Tuesday”- Falz (Watch)
After a leading a successful peaceful protest along with Runtown, Tiwa Savage, and others, Nigerian singer, Falz has taken to his Instagram account to share his plans if the police do not put an end to SARS. The Nigerian musician shared a video of himself speaking to the Nigerian youth to join their cause and…
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