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September 4, 2024 NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike
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NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced plans for a large-scale protest that will see the shutdown of all major cities across Nigeria, starting on September 15, 2024. The protest is in response to the recent fuel price hike and what the students describe as the incompetence of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Director General, Mele Kyari.

In a notice signed by Okunomo Henry Adewumi, President of the NANS Senate, the student body demanded an immediate reversal of the fuel price increase and the removal of Kyari from his position.

The notice detailed plans for students to occupy major cities nationwide on September 15, 2024, assuring that the protest would be both peaceful and lawful.

"We hereby notify you of a massive shutdown of all major cities in Nigeria, commencing on September 15, 2024, in protest against the recent hike in fuel prices and the gross incompetence of the NNPC Director General, Mele Kyari," the notice stated.

"The continuous increase in fuel prices has inflicted severe hardship on the masses, and we can no longer stand by as our future is jeopardized by the actions of a few. We demand an immediate reversal of the fuel price hike and the removal of Mr. Kyari as the NNPC DG.

"We call on all Nigerian students across the country to respond to this urgent call to action. On September 15, 2024, we will occupy all major cities. We will not be silenced or intimidated; we will unite to demand better conditions for Nigerian students and the wider population.

"We urge the authorities to take the necessary steps to maintain law and order during the shutdown. We assure you that our protest will be peaceful and lawful," the notice concluded.

NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike
NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike
September 4, 2024 Gunmen Kill Officer, Demolish Police Station in Imo
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Gunmen Kill Officer, Demolish Police Station in Imo

On Tuesday night, gunmen killed a police officer in Imo State, an attack that took place at NEPA Junction in Umulogho, Obowo Local Government Area. The assailants reportedly dragged the officer out of his room before killing him.

According to an eyewitness, the gunmen meticulously ensured no other police officers were present in the compound. "They carried out their operation for about 45 minutes without any interference, firing shots to keep residents at bay," the eyewitness recounted.

After the night attack, the gunmen returned in the morning to burn down the Otoko Divisional Police Station, located along the Owerri-Umuahia road. The violence continued with multiple attacks, as the gunmen killed two security guards in Umuelemai, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area, and set several vehicles on fire.

The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, assured the public that those responsible for the crimes would be apprehended and face justice. He added that the command’s tactical team had been deployed to the area to ensure the safety of lives and property.

September 4, 2024 2027: It’s Time for Fresh Leadership, Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Should Step Aside – Kenneth Okonkwo
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2027: It’s Time for Fresh Leadership, Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Should Step Aside – Kenneth Okonkwo

Nigerian actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has called for a new generation of leaders to emerge in the 2027 elections, urging prominent political figures like President Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Abubakar to step aside.

In a statement, Okonkwo emphasized the importance of bringing fresh faces into Nigeria's political landscape, arguing that the country needs new ideas and perspectives to address its challenges. He noted that while Tinubu, Obi, and Atiku have made significant contributions to the nation, it is time for them to make way for younger, innovative leaders.

"We must look beyond the usual suspects and give room for new leadership to emerge in 2027," Okonkwo stated. "Nigeria is at a critical juncture, and we need leaders who can bring fresh energy and new ideas to the table."

Okonkwo's remarks reflect a growing sentiment among some Nigerians who believe that the country’s leadership should evolve to include younger, more dynamic individuals capable of driving the nation forward.

September 4, 2024 Letter Confirms IGP’s Four-Year Term, Extends Tenure Until 2027
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Letter Confirms IGP’s Four-Year Term, Extends Tenure Until 2027

President Bola Tinubu has officially confirmed that Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun will remain in office until 2027, fulfilling the original four-year term specified in his appointment letter.

Contrary to reports suggesting an extension of his tenure, a senior police source, speaking on condition of anonymity, clarified that the letter was not an extension but rather a reaffirmation of Egbetokun's four-year term as initially outlined. "The IGP's tenure was not extended but was instead a confirmation of the four-year term specified in his appointment letter," the source explained.

In July, the National Assembly passed the Police Act Amendment Bill, allowing the IGP to serve the full term stipulated in their appointment letter. President Tinubu had forwarded this bill to both the House of Representatives and the Senate, requesting an amendment to the IGP's tenure. Lawmakers in both chambers swiftly passed the bill in separate sittings.

Egbetokun was appointed as IGP in June 2023 for a four-year term, along with four new service chiefs. Under Section 18(8) of the Police Act 2020, Egbetokun, born on September 4, 1964, would have been required to retire in September 2024, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 60. However, with this confirmation, he will now continue to serve until 2027, having completed one year and three months in office, with two years and nine months remaining.

This controversy over the tenure of the IGP is not new. Egbetokun’s predecessor, Usman Baba, faced a similar situation. Baba turned 60 in March 2023 and completed 35 years of service but remained in office until President Tinubu appointed Egbetokun as his successor three months later.

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