US Vice President Kamala Harris effectively secured the Democratic party’s presidential nomination Friday, confirming her remarkable rise to party standard bearer in November’s showdown against Republican Donald Trump. Harris, 59, was the sole candidate on the ballot for a five-day electronic vote of nearly 4,000 party convention delegates. The first Black and South Asian woman…
Some perishable food prices have crashed by about 50 per cent amid the ongoing nationwide protest in Lagos State. The #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria protest which commenced on Thursday, August 1, 2024, is scheduled to end on August 10. It is aimed at calling the Federal Government’s attention to the economic hardship facing Nigerians. Some traders and buyers…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested the leaders of the nationwide protest against bad governance held in Katsina State. According to local reports, Kabir Shehu Yandaki and Habibu Ruma, the two leaders of the “Struggle for Good Governance” protest, were invited to the DSS office in Katsina and subsequently detained. Similarly, Mujittapha Usman,…
Indigenes of Zamfara state resident in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja while protesting about Bad Governance have calked on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare state of emergency in Zamfara state following perceived state sponsored banditry and terrorism activities in the state. The Youths under the Aegis of Zamfara Youth Alliance, FCT chapter called on…
Armed security operatives halted protesters marching to Eagle Square from MKO Abiola National Stadium at the Central Business District junction near the United Nations building at 12:55 pm today, firing teargas canisters to disperse the crowd. One protester is feared shot dead while trying to escape. The protesters, who began their march at 12:39 pm,…
The military high command says its troops are on standby wherever it is called upon to restore law and order amidst nationwide protest that has turned violent in some parts of the country. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, said this during a press briefing at the Defence Headquarters on Friday, August…
Rising star Solange Jay is set to make waves in the music industry with the release of his debut single, “Feeling Good,” dropping on August 2, 2024. This electrifying track, written by the talented Solomon James and published by Azure Voice, promises to be the soundtrack of the summer. “Feeling Good” is a vibrant celebration…
Muslim protesters suspended their ongoing demonstrations in Lagos State to observe Friday, August 2, congregational prayers. In what was observed by our correspondent, the Muslims paused the protest to pray while the Christians amongst them stood and watched. The protest began on Thursday, August 1, and it’s ongoing in most parts of the country. See…
A young protester has joined the #EndBadGovernance protest, stating that her father can no longer afford to buy her biscuits and pay her school fees. In an interview with Vanguard News on August 2, 2024, the young girl explained why she decided to participate in the protest on its second day. She said, “I am…
Education is the cornerstone of progress and development, shaping the future of nations and their citizens. In Africa, several countries have made remarkable strides in enhancing their education systems. These nations not only prioritize educational access but also invest in quality, innovation, and inclusivity, setting benchmarks for others to follow. In this article, we delve…