…timeline for resolving this issue,” he said, warning that the group would escalate protests across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory should the authorities fail to act. He attributed the prolonged deadlock to an unresolved disagreement between NOUN and the CLE, stressing that graduates were bearing the br…

…attention partly explain the contrasting outcomes. "In Oyo, sustained media coverage, protests and public advocacy kept the issue in the national consciousness. "In Kwara, many people are afraid to organise sustained public campaigns because they fear intimidation. That fear weakens public pressure and allows the issue…

…were said to have indicated interest in returning home following renewed anti-immigrant protests by South Africans. The Last batch of returnees will arrive in Nigeria next week. by Linda Ikeji at 10/07/2026 12:06 PM | Share this Story

…Ghana has been postponed after weeks of diplomatic tensions triggered by anti-foreigner protests in South Africa. The decision reflects how a domestic immigration debate has grown into a regional diplomatic crisis involving thousands of migrants, conflicting official accounts and growing concerns over African unity. He…

…lawmakers raced to vote it down in an emergency session. However, Yoon's move triggered protests, sent the stock market plunging and caught key allies like the United States off-guard. In a separate case, a court handed Yoon a 30-year prison sentence for sending drones into North Korea to "manufacture" a crisis ahead o…

…lawmakers raced to vote it down in an emergency session. However, Yoon’s move triggered protests, sent the stock market plunging and caught key allies like the United States off-guard. In a separate case, a court handed Yoon a 30-year prison sentence for sending drones into North Korea to “manufacture” a crisis ahead o…

…saviour, why was he vehemently against it? Why did he sponsor the "Occupy Nigeria" protests to torpedo it in 2012? Take also the forex regime. In the eight years that President Buhari pegged naira's exchange rate, Tinubu didn't once speak against the policy, even though Nigeria was heavily haemorrhaging foreign exchang…

…officials allegedly insisted on returning him to custody. The party further alleged that protests by El-Rufai's wife and personal physician led to a confrontation during which his wife was assaulted while the doctor was arrested. "The actions of the ICPC and the Tinubu government have for months now gone beyond the rea…

…the area before Fernandez scored the stoppage-time winner. The decisions sparked angry protests from the Egyptian bench, with one member of the coaching staff receiving a red card. Speaking after the match, an emotional Zico questioned the referee’s performance. Egypt accuse referee for Argentina loss – Getty image “Th…

…recommendation and insisted on returning him to custody. The ADC further claimed that protests by El-Rufai's wife and personal physician over the decision led to a confrontation during which his wife was assaulted and the doctor arrested. "Against the hospital’s advice that he would require hospitalisation in view of h…

…frequently denied involvement in abductions, which peaked in the months after a major protests in June-July 2024. Ruto has acknowledged that abductions took place but vowed in May 2025 to stop them, saying an “accountability mechanism” would bring those responsible to justice. This has yet to happen. er/tw

…Over the past two years, “Saba Saba” (meaning “seven seven”) has merged with broader protests against the government of President William Ruto, accused of corruption, economic mismanagement and police violence. At least 38 people died across Kenya and hundreds were arrested in protests on July 7 last year, according to…

…Sea, which is believed to hold possible deposits of energy reserves, despite repeated protests by Japan to stop. Takaichi said in November that Tokyo could intervene militarily in any attack on self-ruled Taiwan, which China views as its territory and has not ruled out taking by force. Beijing condemned her comments, a…

…said. He alleged that members of the Obidient movement attempted to hijack the #EndSARS protests for political purposes. “If you look at the antecedent of the Obidient group, they were one of the cancerous nodes within the EndSARS advocacy… they wanted to use the movement for their own game. And when they failed, they…

…about the safety of its citizens in South Africa following the continued xenophobic protests and attacks on migrants, especially after the deaths of two Nigerians, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu. She said the federal government had demanded that South African authorities urgently investigate the killings and ensur…

…their safety, even as fresh concerns over xenophobic tensions and renewed anti-immigrant protests continue to trigger calls for stronger diplomatic action. The assurance came after Nigerians reportedly stormed the country's embassy in Pretoria as xenophobic tensions escalated, while another batch of 269 Nigerians evacu…

…government, who allegedly challenged Nigerians leaving the country because of xenophobic protests to reveal where illegal drugs were hidden. The government described the comments as inflammatory and unacceptable. "The unguarded public statements are unacceptable and are strongly condemned. Such derogatory, unprofession…

…is being viewed outside Iran as a test of support for the government following mass protests in January that rights groups say were quelled by a crackdown that left thousands dead. “We’re here to show the world that we back our revolution and our leader, and we demand revenge for the blood of our loved ones,” said one…

…government spokesperson asking Nigerians leaving the country because of xenophobic protests to disclose where they hid illegal drugs. "The unguarded public statements are unacceptable and are strongly condemned. Such derogatory, unprofessional and uncensored generalised public statements by highly placed government off…

…other items demanded by the abductors, the victims remained in captivity, prompting protests by residents and a resolution by the House of Representatives calling for their immediate rescue Chairman of Ilejemeje Local Government Area, Alaba Dada, confirmed the victims' release to PUNCH Online on Saturday but lamented t…

…as a symbol of Tibetan independence. Dozens of self-immolations have been connected with protests against China's rule over Tibet in recent decades, according to the government-in-exile of Tibet. In a statement released Friday, the head of Tibet's government-in-exile Penpa Tsering said he was "deeply saddened" by the s…

…aggrieved party members to accept the outcome of the party’s primaries and refrain from protests, insisting that unity is essential for victory in the general elections. The candidates made the appeal in Akure while addressing journalists after returning from Abuja, where the APC concluded the submission of the results…

…victory of all APC candidates. It also condemned what it described as state-sponsored protests against the party's National Assembly candidates' list, expressing support for the decision of the APC National Working Committee. The group called on all aspirants and stakeholders to put the primary election behind them and…

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…The latest development comes amid heightened concerns over planned anti-immigrant protests expected to begin on June 30, with the government continuing its voluntary evacuation programme for Nigerians who have indicated interest in returning home. He said, "Nigeria will resume the evacuation of our nationals from South…