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August 5, 2024 DSS Arrests Leader of “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” Protest in Abuja
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DSS Arrests Leader of “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” Protest in Abuja

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested Micheal Lenin, a leader of the ongoing End Bad Governance in Nigeria protests in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Lenin was apprehended at his residence in the Apo area of the FCT around 2 am on Monday.

Damilare Adenola, the Director of Mobilisation for the Take It Back Movement, informed our correspondent that Lenin's house was raided by the DSS. Adenola alleged that the DSS also assaulted Lenin during the arrest.

"Lenin has been arrested by the DSS. He was picked up during a raid on his house around 2 am," Adenola said. "He was arrested and tortured in the presence of his family. We are demanding his immediate and unconditional release."

Attempts to reach DSS spokesperson Peter Afunanya for comment were unsuccessful at the time of this report, as he has not yet responded to a message sent to him.

Lenin, who serves as the National Coordinator for the Youth Rights Campaign, was one of the organizers who expressed disappointment with President Bola Tinubu’s recent broadcast during a press briefing. Lenin criticized the President's address, claiming it demonstrated a disconnect with the country's reality.

"We wish to express our sadness and deep disappointment at President Tinubu's latest broadcast, which is his first address to the nation on the #EndBadGovernance protests after over three weeks of mobilization and following the deaths of protesters and assaults on journalists," Lenin said. "Many had requested that the President address the nation when the protest was being mobilized and when it escalated, but we did not expect him to justify state violence against protesters and journalists while dismissing their demands."

Despite his arrest, Lenin called for the protests to continue, urging citizens to come out in large numbers on Monday. "We call on Nigerians to come out in large numbers to continue these protests until our demands are met. The violence and repressions are just attempts to silence and control us, and the propaganda cannot sway or fool us," he said.

August 4, 2024 Tinubu Calls on Nigerians to Suspend End Bad Governance Protests and Embrace Dialogue
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Tinubu Calls on Nigerians to Suspend End Bad Governance Protests and Embrace Dialogue

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to suspend the #EndBadGovernance protests and embrace dialogue.

In a broadcast on Sunday, the President assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to good governance despite the socio-economic challenges confronting Africa’s most populous nation. Tinubu expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and properties in some states during the nationwide protests, noting that the destruction of public and private assets hinders progress as scarce resources will be required for restoration.

He also extended his condolences to the families of those who died in the protests. “We must stop further bloodshed, violence, and destruction,” he said.

The President emphasized that his administration will not allow politically motivated individuals to undermine the country under the guise of protests.

“As President of this country, I must ensure public order. In line with my constitutional oath to protect the lives and property of every citizen, our government will not stand idly by and allow a few with a clear political agenda to tear this nation apart. To those who have taken undue advantage of this situation to threaten any section of this country, be warned: The law will catch up with you. There is no place for ethnic bigotry or such threats in the Nigeria we seek to build,” he said.

“Fellow Nigerians, I have heard you loud and clear. I understand the pain and frustration that drive these protests, and I want to assure you that our government is committed to listening and addressing the concerns of our citizens. But we must not let violence and destruction tear our nation apart. We must work together to build a brighter future, where every Nigerian can live with dignity and prosperity. I speak to you today with a heavy heart and a sense of responsibility, aware of the turmoil and violent protests unleashed in some of our states,” he added.

August 2, 2024 Nigerians Raise N1.8m for Protester Whose Son Aspires to Be a Programmer
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Nigerians Raise N1.8m for Protester Whose Son Aspires to Be a Programmer

Nigerians have raised N1.8m for a protester whose son dreams of becoming a programmer.

Ogwu Chijioke was among hundreds of protesters who took to the streets in Lagos State on Thursday to join the nationwide #EndBadGovernance demonstrations against the country’s harsh economic conditions.

In an interview with Channels Television at the Lekki Toll Gate area, Chijioke shared his struggles to support his son’s ambition of becoming a programmer. "I’m riding from Mile 2, Festac. My son at 13 is a programmer, but I can’t even buy data for him to learn more. I can’t even pay for the tuition fees, millions of naira. At 13, he can program games,” he said, clutching his bicycle.

“My name is Ogwu Benjamin Chijioke. I would rather die on the streets than die at home. I can’t sit down and watch the future of my son go to waste. I know I may not have a future again in Nigeria, but my son’s future will not be wasted.”

His heartfelt message quickly went viral.

“You can feel the passion in his soul,” social media influencer Morris Monye captioned the video shared on his X handle. “He’s lost hope that life will be good for him but has not lost hope for his son. This is why he is protesting.”

"Hello, guys. I’ve gotten his details," Morris wrote hours later. "N1.8m is needed to make his dreams come true."

In less than 24 hours, the money was successfully crowdfunded.

 

August 2, 2024 Manchester City Confirm Deal For Fujino
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Manchester City Confirm Deal For Fujino

Manchester City has announced the signing of Japan international Aoba Fujino on a three-year contract.

The 20-year-old forward, who will wear the number 20 shirt, is set to join her new teammates at the inaugural Perth International Football Cup later this month, following the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Fujino, a two-time WE League Valuable Player Award winner during her three seasons with Tokyo Verdy Beleza, expressed her excitement about the move:

“This is a very big club with a lot of history, so I’m really excited to come here.”

 

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